Libres

Libres is a Spanish documentary that examines the lives of men and women who have abandoned their worldly possessions to pursue a life of contemplation. By gaining access to monasteries that are typically closed to the public, the film explores the motivations and thought processes of those who choose to withdraw from society permanently. The project focuses on listening to these individuals to better understand the inner workings of the human soul and the nature of existence.

The film was directed by Santos Blanco, who also served as a producer alongside Lucía González-Barandiarán. The screenplay was written by Javier Lorenzo, and the production was handled by Variopinto Producciones and Bosco Films. Released on April 21, 2023, the documentary has a runtime of 108 minutes. On TMDB, the film holds a rating of 7.4/10 based on 12 votes.