Dr. Angela Mrad’s ‘ABREACTION’ Takes Home Top Prize at Europa Film Festival in Barcelona, Spain

Lebanon Wins Global Recognition at Barcelona’s Europa Film Festival with
Dr. Angela Mrad’s ‘ABREACTION’

The jury of the Europa Film Festival in Barcelona, Spain, announced the win of the Lebanese filmmaker Dr. Angela Mrad’s film “ABREACTION” for Best Sci-Fi Live-action Animation Film. This award adds to Dr. Mrad’s impressive list of accolades, including the prestigious title of Best Women Filmmaker in the World. This win highlights the strength and innovation of her work, a film that delves into the meaning of humanity in a robotic world.

The film presents a captivating and thought-provoking story about Tessa, a young woman who falls in love with a robot named UB9. She chooses to enter his mechanical world, only to discover that her new robotic existence strips her of her emotions, leading her on a journey to understand the true essence of humanity. Tessa mysteriously returns to life after a tragic accident, and she must navigate her new identity, reconcile her fragmented memories with a second chance at life, and discover the power of transformation and self-acceptance along the way. Reborn to rediscover herself, she begins life anew in an unexpected way.

The Europa Film Festival’s selection of “ABREACTION” as Best Sci-Fi Live-action Animation Film testifies to the film’s value and artistic quality. Through her masterful direction, Dr. Mrad transports viewers to a richly detailed fantasy world and presents a fresh and innovative vision of science fiction. This win celebrates her dedication and hard work, from the meticulous scriptwriting to the cinematography and soundtrack.

Lebanese Director Dr. Angela Mrad’s ‘ABREACTION’ Triumphs at Europa Film Festival. A Sci-Fi Live-action Animation Masterpiece Recognized in Barcelona Spain.