Ashes, the Movie

Ashes, the Movie is a 2025 Peruvian biographical documentary film written, produced, edited, filmed and directed by Antonio Rodríguez Romaní. It follows the life and work of musician Fredy Ortiz, founder of Uchpa, a Quechua-language hard rock and blues band.

Synopsis

Fredy Ortiz, founder of the Quechua-language hard rock and blues band Uchpa, talks about his life before and after the band, from his student days to his role in the war against the Shining Path and the reason for forming the group.

Narrator

Fredy Ortiz

Release

The film had its world premiere on August 9, 2025, at the 29th Lima Film Festival as part of the Peruvian Competition.
The film was commercially released on November 27, 2025, in Peruvian theaters.