Oliver Reza takes on multiple roles as he writes, directs, and produces a new romantic comedy asking a simple question: can he pull it off? The film, described as a fresh local production, is set to debut with a free public screening in Vila Joiosa, a hometown venue that will welcome audiences for a one-night event. The screening is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. at the Teatre Auditori La Vila Joiosa, with limited seating to ensure comfortable viewing. Those interested can secure an invitation from the box office on the day of the show.
Can he do it or not? follows a man in his thirties who believes he has found stability with his long-time partner, yet longs to become a father. When the facade begins to crack, his life pivots dramatically, relying on the support of quirky friends and a steadfast father to rebuild what was thought to be secure.
The film invites viewers on a personal journey of self-discovery, breaking down prejudices and exploring insecurities, complexes, and the fear of being loved. The 37-year-old director, a Vila Joiosa native, notes that returning to the starting point at a certain age feels incredibly relevant today, blending humor with frank, adult themes, including intimacy and the puzzle of social media criticism. He adds that meaningful changes often require letting go of what holds one back.
The poster for the movie announces the title while the project’s information area signals the screening details. The cast features a collaboration between Oliver Reza and Josmairy Villarroel, with Eduardo Recabarren also sharing the screen. The production team met during acting studies at a local school; after gaining experience on television programs and reality formats, the director shifted to Madrid to explore broader storytelling and to voice his own narratives through audiovisual work.
Can he do it or not? was filmed entirely in La Vila Joiosa last summer, supported by the municipality and Saint Martha’s Society, a nod to independent cinema with limited resources. The filmmaker handles recording, editing, and production himself, underscoring his personal ownership of the project and the pride of presenting a locally rooted story to audiences. This approach reflects a growing trend toward self-produced cinema in regional Spain, where creators leverage community support to bring intimate stories to life.
The promotional imagery for the film raises questions about capability versus incapability, inviting curiosity about the journey depicted. Reza plans to submit the film for consideration at a forthcoming film festival in Alicante, seeking to share the work with a wider audience. He also hints at plans to begin work on his next project in August, an action-oriented, martial-arts driven story. He reflects on the challenges of producing martial arts cinema outside Spain and notes conversations with several collaborators who might help bring the concept to life, including content creators who could contribute in new ways.
The filmmaker is also known for a web series produced under his own direction, including two seasons with an average viewership of around 20,000 per episode. A documentary-style boxing project, created independently, has drawn roughly 180,000 views on a video platform, illustrating his ongoing commitment to storytelling across formats and platforms. The film project in Vila Joiosa marks another milestone in a career characterized by hands-on creation, from concept to screen to public screening.