Alexina B. Composing lives

Raquel García-Tomás embarks on the composition of Alexina B., an opera inspired by the essential reference of the intersex collective, becoming the second female composer to premiere in the main hall of the Gran Teatre del Liceu in 175 years of history.

A production by Digital Films with Les Films Figures Libres, in co-production with TVC and RTVE, with the support of ICEC and the collaboration of El Gran Teatre del Liceu

PRODUCTION

In distribution

CATEGORY

Documentary

Format

77′, TVC, RTVE – 2025

After winning the 2020 National Music Prize, Raquel García-Tomás embarks on the composition of the opera Alexina B., inspired by the memoirs of the first person recognized as intersex.

Every musical and narrative decision will help bring to life this moving and exceptional story that gives visibility to a often-silenced community.

In this artistic journey, Raquel García-Tomás transforms her approach to intersex reality into a source of empathy and inspiration, weaving a profound and sensitive work that not only brings Alexina B.’s story back to life but also gives visibility to a community often silenced. We accompany Raquel’s exploration of the intersex collective through her meeting with Camino Baró in the French town of Saint-Jean-d’Angély, the birthplace of Herculine Barbin, as well as through the testimony of Jordi Suárez.

The documentary delves into the essence of the creative process, showing how Raquel, together with stage director Marta Pazos and librettist Irène Gayraud, crafts an exceptional work where every musical and narrative decision comes to life, shaping this moving story. Moreover, the film offers the privilege of exploring unique moments, such as rehearsals, set design assembly, and other creative processes, revealing the complexity and effort behind this production, which culminates in the grand premiere at the prestigious Gran Teatre del Liceu.

With extraordinary sensitivity, Alexina B. Lives in Composition is a tribute to the story of Alexina B., the creative talent of its composer, and all those who strive to transform the world through art and culture.

CREDITS

CREDITS

Director

Alexis Borràs Izquierdo

Filmmaker

Pau Cruanyes Garrell

Executive production

Alexis Borràs Izquierdo
Sonia Paramo

Executive production: 3Cat

Alexis Borràs Izquierdo
Sílvia Pairó Vila

Content Coordinator: 3Cat

Agustí Argelich Gironès

Delegated producer: 3Cat

Daniel Barea Delgado

Delegated producer: RTVE

Irene Marín Roda

DoP

Pau Cruanyes Garrell
Andrea Mezquida-Torrent

Script

Anna Casacuberta Palmarola

Head of production

Maria Serralvo

Camera operators

Andrea Mezquida-Torrent
Pau Cruanyes Garrell
Carles Moral Sala
Alexis Borràs Izquierdo

Editing

Pere Marzo Font

Location sound

Ginebra Abril
Roger Cerdán

Color grading

Manuel G. Romero

Sound postproduction

Diego Pedragosa Arteta

Graphic design

Maria José de Juan Colás
Olga Casajuana Madrid

Original Score

Raquel García-Tomás

Internship student (UPF)

Marta Del Hoyo Baena

Production: Gran Teatre del Liceu

Berta Simó Nolla
Clara Bernardo

Communication and publications: Gran Teatre del Liceu

Nora Farrés

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