In a Whisper

In a Whisper is an autoethnographic documentary focusing on the experiences of two filmmakers from the Cuban diaspora. Having been close friends since childhood, the women explore themes of motherhood, freedom, and a shared passion for cinema. The narrative follows their emotional efforts to establish their identities and maintain their bond while living in a foreign country.

The film was directed by Patricia Pérez Fernández and Heidi Hassan, who also co-wrote the screenplay. For Hassan, this production followed her 2008 film Red Earth. A co-production between Spain, Cuba, France, and Switzerland, the project involved several production companies, including Matriuska Producciones and Perspective Films. The documentary has a runtime of 80 minutes. Audience reception has been generally positive, as shown by a rating of 7.2/10 on IMDb based on 116 votes.