Patrick Criado: "There is fear of talking about our wounds, people get upset if other points of view are shown"

Patrick Criado stars as Jesús del Moral in 'Karateka', a film about Sandra Sánchez's Olympic gold medal journey. Criado reflects on the challenges faced by Sánchez and del Moral, including jealousy from teammates and personal doubts. The film emphasizes the internal struggle of kata, contrasting with typical martial arts narratives focused on combat. Criado's preparation involved extensive training and understanding del Moral's philosophy, highlighting the emotional depth of their relationship. The story showcases Sánchez's resilience, overcoming obstacles to achieve greatness in karate, while also addressing the complexities of their partnership.