Vasil

Vasil is a 2022 Spanish-Bulgarian comedy-drama film written and directed by Avelina Prat in her directorial feature debut, which stars Ivan Barnev (as the title character), Karra Elejalde, and Alexandra Jiménez alongside Susi Sánchez, and Sue Flack. Plot The plot follows the relation of friendship developed between Vasil (an intelligent and charismatic Bulgarian immigrant, as well as skilled player of bridge and chess) and Alfredo, a retired and widowed gruffy architect who welcomes the former into his house, amazement of Luisa (Alfredo's daughter as well as translator and bibliophile) notwithstanding. Cast Production A Spanish-Bulgarian co-production, the film was produced by Diferente Films AIE and Distinto Films alongside Activist 38. and it had the participation of RTVE, TV3, and and support from ICAA, IVC, , and Creative Europe's MEDIA. Shooting locations included Valencia, Sueca, Silla and Puerto de Sagunto. Santiago Racaj worked as cinematographer whereas Mónica Bernuy took over art direction.