Valentina

An animated story about pursuing a dream

Valentina is a children's animated film about a girl with Down syndrome who dreams of becoming a trapeze artist. Directed by Chelo Loureiro and produced by Abano Producións, it follows Valentina on a magical journey. At first, she believes her disability will keep her from reaching her goal; along the way, she discovers what she can do.

Cast and crew

• Director, writer, and producer: Chelo Loureiro.
• Character and background design: David Pintor.
• Original score: Nani García.
• Songs: Emilio Aragón.
• Animation studio: Antaruxa.
• Producers: Chelo Loureiro, Luís da Matta, and Mariano Baratech.
• Animation director: Archi Viloria.
• Art director: Cristian Franganillo.
• Sound directors: Charo Pena and Lúa Testa.
• Featured voices: Lucía Seren (Galician), Josephine Lockhart (Spanish), Alicia Rábade (song), María Manuela (grandmother), Andrés Suárez (father and king), Lúa Testa (mother and queen), Uxía (Doña Lola), Coke Couto (bishop), Helga Méndez (knight), Pilocha (Doña Flor), and Mercedes Milá (trailer voice-over).

Awards and recognition

• Goya Award.
• Special Jury Mention at the 5th ANEC Disability Film Festival.
• Best Film at the 2022 Valencia International Children's Film Festival (FICIV).

Screening inquiries

Exhibition is handled by Nieves Maroto. Phone: +34 696 456 584. Email: nieves@melocreo.es.