Edition: First Cut+ Karlovy Vary 2024
My Boyfriend El Fascista
Italy
Production company: Helios Sustainable Films, Mariquita Film
World Premiere: Hot Docs Toronto 2025 – World Showcase
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Alps, My Boyfriend El Fascista tells the true story of Matthias, a left-wing filmmaker, and Sadiel, an idealistic Cuban activist with seemingly endless energy. As Sadiel grapples with disappointment towards communist Cuba, his ideological shift towards right-wing beliefs strains his relationship with Matthias, who tries to remain coherent about his progressive ideals. Through the lens of Matthias’s camera, this intimate portrait captures their evolving relationship, mirroring political turmoil and personal transformation.
CREDITS
Director & Writer: Matthias Lintner
Editor: Ginés Olivares
Producers: Martin Rattini, Daria Akimenko, Matthias Lintner
Featuring: Sadiel Gonzalez, Matthias Lintner
World Sales: The Open Reel