The Two Mariettes

North American Premiere

In her latest film, Argentinean filmmaker Poli Martinez Kaplun (MJFF 2020 Audience Award-winner The House of Wannsee Street) explores the powerful themes of hidden secrets and identity. For over seven decades, Mariette Diamant, who fled Nazi-occupied France as a child, concealed her Jewish heritage out of fear. Now at 90, she bravely decides to reveal the truth that has haunted her, confronting the possibility of rejection and prejudice. This captivating story delves into how the secrets we keep can impact across generations, shaping lives in unexpected ways.

This special premiere event will include the attendance of director Poli Martínez Kaplun, who will introduce the film and participate in a Q&A after the screening.

Director's Bio

Poli Martínez Kaplun is the owner of Productora de Ideas, an Argentina-based production company specializing in documentaries and cultural, commercial, and institutional films. With over fifteen years of experience, she has directed and managed production for a wide range of projects, creating hundreds of documentaries and commercials for major Argentine and international companies, as well as cultural institutions.

Cast and Credits

Director

Poli Martínez Kaplun

Screenwriter

Poli Martínez Kaplun, Esteban Student

Cinematographer

Hernan Mendendez

Editor

Ernesto Felder, Lucio Pien

Cast

Mariette Diamant, Marta Rojas, Carmen Foster, Valeria Cosentino

Film Info

Year

2024

Country

Argentina

Run-time

80 minutes

Language

Spanish with English subtitles

Print Source

Panorama Films