Rosa’s Waltz

Description

Rosa’s Waltz examines the lifelong relationship between a filmmaker and his nanny, Rosa Puruncajas, who devoted her life to caring for another family. The film presents Rosa as a narrator of the director's family history, revealing the unexpected twists that shaped their shared experiences. Despite having little personal archive of her own life, Rosa’s perspective provides a unique lens through which the narrative unfolds. The documentary features Rosa Puruncajas alongside Concha Basantes, highlighting the intersection of their lives and the familial bonds that develop over time. It focuses on Rosa's role in the family she served and the complexities inherent in her story, which intertwines with the director's own history. The film is set against the backdrop of their intertwined lives, showcasing the emotional and practical realities of caregiving.