Mirtha Legrand and Luis Brandoni had a tense exchange on the television program. The discussion arose from Brandoni's statements about the INCAA, the National Institute of Cinema and Visual Arts, which Legrand had defended at the Martín Fierro Awards.
Legrand expressed her discontent with Brandoni, questioning his critical comments about the INCAA. In response, Brandoni mentioned that he had no information about the closure of the INCAA and questioned whether Mirtha assumed that he thought the Institute should be closed.
During the exchange, Legrand emphasized the importance of Argentine cinema in the Spanish-speaking world and pointed out the need to be selective in those who receive financial support. The discussion became uncomfortable for both participants, with Legrand reiterating her position and Brandoni showing surprise and lack of words in response to the reproaches.
The clash between Legrand and Brandoni caught the attention of viewers and went viral on social media. Mirtha Legrand defended her stance regarding the INCAA, highlighting the importance of keeping the Argentine film industry active. For his part, Luis Brandoni attempted to explain his views, although he was overwhelmed by Legrand's firmness on the topic.
The incident occurred following Legrand's statements during the Martín Fierro Awards, where she advocated for the continuity of the INCAA. The discussion on the television program highlighted the differences of opinion between Legrand and Brandoni regarding the future of the National Institute of Cinema and Visual Arts.
