Iris (2004 film)

Iris is a 2004 Spanish historical melodrama film directed by Rosa Vergés which stars Silke as the title character alongside Ana Torrent, Ginés García Millán, Nacho Fresneda, and Martirio.

Plot
Chagrined and married photographer Iris becomes a war reporter during the Spanish Civil War, falling romantically and marrying doctor Óscar, who goes missing during the conflict.

Production
The film was produced by Ovideo TV and it had the participation of and Canal+ and TVC. Shooting locations included Barcelona, Blanes, and Mataró.

Release
The film was presented in the official selection of the 7th Málaga Film Festival in April 2004. Distributed by Solida, it was released theatrically in Spain on 16 July 2008.

Reception
Jonathan Holland of Variety wrote that the film "never comes close to provoking either a tear or, intentionally at least, a smile".