Pandémica

The story centers around María, a 24-year-old woman who stops taking birth control pills just as the COVID-19 quarantine begins in Santiago, Chile. Using her journal and Handycam, she documents her experiences while waiting to menstruate again. This blend of animation and documentary storytelling reveals the intimate and often overlooked aspects of life during a global crisis.

As a collector, you may find interest in how "Pandémica" combines animation with documentary elements to convey personal narratives. The film's focus on a single character's journey during an unprecedented time provides a distinct lens on both the pandemic and the themes of femininity and bodily autonomy. This film may appeal to those who appreciate innovative storytelling in animation and documentary genres.