LA GUITARRA FLAMENCA DE YERAI CORTÉS (THE FLAMENCO GUITAR OF YERAI CORTÈS)

After first emerging as rapper C. Tangana and achieving fame with a mix of autotuned pop, flamenco and rumba, Antón Álvarez presents his directorial debut: a portrait of flamenco guitarist Yerai Cortés, a hidden gem who is currently still flying under the radar in the scene. Carefully exploring the origins of Cortés’ extraordinary, soulful playing, Álvarez’s film project uncovers a family history full of love and pain while also exploring Roma culture in Spain. The film has helped to to pave the way for Cortés’ long-awaited first album.