INTERVIEW - Lucia Puenzo on the challenges of

The video discusses the challenges faced during the casting and production of a film about Mengele. It highlights the difficulty in finding actors who could speak perfect Spanish and German, the extensive search for a child actor, and the training actors underwent to learn German by phonetics. The production faced harsh conditions in Patagonia, but was supported by international producers.

What were the key requirements for casting the character of Mengele?

• He needed to have experience in historical films.

• He had to be a well-known actor.

• He had to be a native Spanish speaker.

• He needed to speak perfect Spanish and German with a specific accent.

How long did it take to find the little girl for the film?

• 7 months

• 5 months

• 3 months

• 9 months

What was unique about the little girl's acting experience?

• She had never done a casting or acting lesson before.

• She had acted in several films before.

• She was related to the director.

• She was a professional child actor.

How did some actors learn German for their roles?

• By living in Germany for a year.

• Through online language courses.

• By phonetics with a German coach.

• By using translation apps.

What were some of the challenges faced during the film's production?

• Disagreements among the producers.

• Shooting in below zero temperatures and snow.

• Lack of funding and resources.

• Limited access to filming locations.