Las Locas del Obelisco

'Las Locas del Obelisco' takes place in late 19th century Madrid, a city in full transformation where progress coexists with deep social inequalities. In its darkest streets, many women who arrive in the capital hoping to find work end up trapped in networks of exploitation and marginalization. Among them are the so-called "madwomen of the obelisk," a group of women marked by society and condemned to survive on the margins.

The story focuses on María Ana Allsopp, a woman of comfortable origin whose life changes when she comes into contact with this harsh reality. Moved by the situation of so many young women abandoned to their fate, she decides to dedicate her efforts to offering them a dignified alternative. Together with a priest and other collaborators, she promotes a project aimed at rescuing women victims of abuse and providing them with protection, support, and new opportunities to rebuild their lives. However, her initiative soon awakens the opposition of those who benefit from the exploitation system, turning her work into a constant struggle against prejudice and established interests.

Directed by Pablo Moreno, the film combines historical drama and social denunciation to showcase the bravery of those who decided to confront an uncomfortable reality. The cast is led by Paula Iglesias in the role of María Ana Allsopp and also features Assumpta Serna, Javier Godino, Carlos Iglesias, and Arturo de la Torre, among others. With an ensemble cast and a careful period recreation, the film offers a narrative about dignity, compassion, and social commitment in the face of injustice.