Camilla (2018)
Release Year: 2018
Nation: N/A
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Deepa Mehta
Writer: Ali Jennings, Paul Quarrington
Summary
Camilla is a 1994 adventure drama directed by Deepa Mehta, exploring themes of female empowerment, artistic pursuit, and familial reconciliation. The film follows Freda Lopez, an aspiring musician struggling with her husband's lack of support for her passion. Through her unlikely friendship with Camilla Cara, an enigmatic elderly violinist with a troubled past, Freda discovers inner resources she never knew she had. Their journey together becomes one of self-discovery and healing, challenging them to confront their pasts and face their fears. The film is notable for its exploration of complex female relationships and its portrayal of artistic pursuit as a means of personal growth.