Cinema: ‘The Wave,’ a Feminist Fury Unleashed Through Song and Dance by Chile’s Sebastián Lelio

Chilean director Sebastián Lelio returns to cinemas this Wednesday, November 5, 2025, with his latest feature, “The Wave.” The film marks a bold, formal departure for the filmmaker, channeling the power of song and dance to confront gender-based violence and the patriarchy. This cinematic surge moves at a breakneck pace, transforming female rage into a captivating and urgent spectacle.










