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Isabel Rocatti

Actor
Isabel Rocatti is a Spanish actress who has been working in film, television, and theater since the 1980s. Her versatile acting and expressive presence have made her a fixture in Spanish character roles. She is particularly well known for her role in MY EMPTINESS AND I (2022), directed by Adrián Silvestre. The film tells the story of a young trans woman searching for her place in life in Barcelona and has been shown at international festivals such as the Berlinale. Rocatti plays a character who contributes to the emotional atmosphere of the work with empathy and depth. In addition to this project, Rocatti has appeared in numerous film and television productions, demonstrating her talent for complex supporting roles and precise character portrayals. Her other well-known work includes her participation in the series El comisario, which was one of the most popular Spanish crime formats for many years. She also appeared regularly in series such as Hospital Central and Amar en tiempos revueltos, establishing herself as a familiar face on Spanish television. Rocatti's filmography demonstrates her ability to portray believable characters in a wide variety of genres, from drama and comedy to crime films. Her experience and versatility make her a respected representative of the Spanish acting profession. With her involvement in modern, socially relevant productions such as MY EMPTINESS AND I, she remains an important voice in European cinema to this day.

Films

My Emptiness and I

My Emptiness and I

By Adrián Silvestre

2022 | 104 min | Drama

Between everyday call center life and fairy tale fantasies, Raphi goes through her gender reassignment.

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