Señoritas

Señoritas

2013 · 87 min · ★ 5.3 · Drama

Alejandra, a young middle class woman from Bogotá, in her daily routines, capturing both her moments alone and her interactions with the world. A subtle, contemplative and deeply intimate examination of the way one young woman navigates the daunting terrain of sex, desire and identity.

Directed by Lina Rodríguez · Written by Lina Rodríguez

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