Renowned actress Susan Sarandon visited Barcelona as a guest star at the BCN Film Fest, where she presented a special screening of the film “Thelma & Louise”.
During her participation in a post-screening discussion, Sarandon shared her reflections on the film, its impact on society and its current relevance in the context of women’s rights.
In addition, the actress stressed the importance of education and individual responsibility in addressing gender issues.
Susan Sarandon revealed that when she filmed “Thelma & Louise” in 1991 with Geena Davis, they only had in mind to make a cowboy movie.
However, the actress acknowledged that they had no idea how significant the film would be in the lives of so many people.
At the colloquium, Sarandon expressed her opinion that despite the years that have passed, the situations portrayed in the film have not changed much in the reality of women.
Susan Sarandon reflects on “Thelma & Louise” at BCN Film Fest
Susan Sarandon’s visit to Barcelona and her participation in the BCN Film Fest has been a special moment for film lovers and for those who still appreciate the relevance of “Thelma & Louise”.
The actress made it clear that the film remains topical in terms of gender issues and stressed the importance of education and individual responsibility in trying to change society.
According to Sarandon, it is essential to believe in and support women who report abusive situations, as well as men who do so.
He stressed the importance of not leaving a woman who has been drinking alone and emphasized the need to empower society to take responsibility for its actions.
Remembering the filming of the movie
As for her experience working with Geena Davis, who played Thelma in the film, Sarandon mentioned Davis’ complicity and talent.
She stated that they maintained close contact and recalled that during the filming they were surrounded by men smoking cigars.
Sarandon revealed that her favorite scene in the film is the ending, specifically the kiss with Davis before plunging down the Grand Canyon.
Surprisingly, he revealed that this scene was not in the original script and was something agreed upon with the director, Ridley Scott.
In addition to her participation in “Thelma & Louise,” Sarandon shared her criteria for choosing her film roles.
She emphasized that she looks for characters that are different from what she has played before and that she is interested in films that transport her to other eras.
In good time it may be a good time to watch the movie again or to watch it for the first time, if you are of a more recent generation.
