The Man With an Oar
Directed by Arnau Olivé;
Spain · 2026 · 14 min · Housing; Country Life; Loneliness; Surreal;
Submitted to RTV International Film Festival 2026Synopsis
A lonely old man with peculiar habits receives an unexpected visit: a desperate young man who seems out of time. The old man is altruistic, and the young man sparks his curiosity, so he offers him a place to stay.
About the film
A lonely old man with peculiar habits receives an unexpected visit: a desperate young man who seems out of time. The old man is altruistic, and the young man sparks his curiosity, so he offers him a place to stay. Together, they forge a very special bond. But the young man carries an emotional baggage he is not ready to let go of.
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RTV International Film Festival — Inaugural Online Edition · 2026