Sidosa

'Sidosa' is a Spanish documentary directed by Lluís Galter and Màrius Sánchez. The film, led by Jordi Évole, follows the life of actor and director Eduardo Casanova from the moment he decides to reveal one of the most important aspects of his private life: he has HIV.

Filmed during the autumn of 2025, 'Sidosa' reflects, with humor and emotion, Eduardo Casanova's personal journey while portraying the stigma that, even today, still affects the community of people with HIV. "Just as we queers have taken ownership of the insult 'maricón', I want to take ownership of 'sidosa'," Casanova firmly stated when choosing the controversial title of the documentary.

Until Casanova's statements, few public figures, both in Spain and around the world, have openly acknowledged suffering from HIV, a disease that, despite being manageable with medication, continues to be a taboo in society. This is precisely one of the aspects that the documentary seeks to portray and denounce, as well as the reactions and insults received from the anonymity of social media.

'Sidosa' is a work by Producciones del Barrio, Jordi Évole's production company, which will premiere on Atresplayer after its theatrical release. It features the participation of well-known friends of Casanova, such as actress Mariola Fuentes.

• Documentary
• Illness
• HIV