The documentary, presented at the Málaga Film Festival, tells the story of Paralympic athlete Desirée Vila, who lost a leg at age 16 due to medical negligence. 'El Langui' emphasizes that from Vila one learns “attitude towards life,” and that her story “encourages action, movement, trying, and having a desire to live.”
The artist, originally from the Pan Bendito neighborhood in Carabanchel, Madrid, acknowledges sharing with the athlete a spirit of overcoming and acceptance of a different body, facing architectural barriers and prejudices. However, he highlights a fundamental difference: “I was born with a disability and it has been hard for me; I have had very difficult stages in my life. But I don't know what it's like to have a leg amputated overnight at 16, to have part of your body taken away, and to have the sport that was everything to you snatched away.”
“"There are people who have no disability but have many mental barriers. Mental health is important and must be taken care of because when you least expect it, it hits you."
In the conversation, 'El Langui' also touches upon his personal life, revealing that he has moved to the Costa del Sol and opened a tapas bar in Málaga, La tasca del Langui, a place he describes as “my little Madrid corner with southern vibes.” Furthermore, he highlights his athletic side as a Paralympic boccia competitor, where he has achieved successes such as an individual bronze and a team gold in Italy, an experience that has “changed his life.”
Sport has been a fundamental tool in his development, helping him from childhood to overcome physical obstacles and integrate. Although his dream of being a footballer was cut short at age 12, adapted sports have given him new hope. He also mentions his play Campeones 2: si Lorca levantara la cabeza and his upcoming rap concerts in Madrid, demonstrating his continuous artistic and personal activity.
