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Spain’s Sales Agents See Brighter Future
Spain's cinema gains momentum at Cannes with high-quality productions, thriving animation, but faces challenges due to lack of government support.
After a puzzlingly muted presence at this year’s Berlinale, Spanish cinema is roaring back with two high-profile selections – Carla Simón’s “Romería” and Oliver Laxe’s “Sirat” – in the main competition at Cannes. The underlying optimism stemmed from a combination of factors: a new generation of directors, international-ready genre films, a growing animation sector and, critically, a higher technical and storytelling standard across the board. Ultimately, the future of Spanish cinema on the global stage will hinge on a mixture of smart production choices, sustained government support, and an industry-wide focus on films that can resonate both artistically and commercially.
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