Song of the Hands

Song of the Hands explores deafness through music, following Jennifer, Gabriel, and José—three Deaf musicians from Venezuela—as they face the challenge of staging Beethoven’s Fidelio in Sign Language for the first time, under the baton of Gustavo Dudamel. The film reveals the isolation the protagonists experience due to their deafness, ultimately showing that music is not only their refuge, but also their salvation and their hope.

María Valverde is a Spanish actress with over 20 years of experience. She won the Goya for Best New Actress at 15 and has worked with directors like Ridley Scott and Claudia Llosa. She now combines her passion for acting with filmmaking and cultural advocacy.

• – Festival de Málaga 2025 – Documentaries Special Screenings / World Premiere (Spain)
• – Festival Internacional de Cine de Guadalajara – Ibero-American Documentary Feature Film Competition / International Premiere  (Mexico)