A recognition of social transformation
This year, the González Sinde Prize, awarded by the Spanish Film Academy, has been a reflection of our dedication to using cinema as a tool for social change. This distinction fills us with pride and motivates us to continue our mission to generate awareness and build more equitable communities through the seventh art.
The importance of collective
Collecting the prize in Barcelona was a special moment, surrounded by people who have been fundamental on our trip. The creation of each of our fifteen films has been a collective effort, with a limited budget and a tight production time, but always with a powerful message that has found its way to the audience.
Reflections on access to cinema
We have to ask ourselves who really has the ability to create cinema. Who can afford to study at a film school or devote himself to the narration of their own stories? It is not only a debate on resources, but also about who has the voice in the narrative of our reality.
The risk of limited representation
The voices that are often out of the spotlight are the ones we need to hear the most. Talent lost due to economic and social barriers is a loss for all. We cannot afford to ignore the stories of minorities that are crucial to our cultural environment.
Participatory cinema: an urgent need
At Quepo, we firmly believe that cinema must be inclusive. When we work on documentary projects, it is essential that communities have the opportunity to define their own narratives. Only in this way can we avoid falling into simplistic or stereotypical representations.
The stories of migrant people
Projecting ‘Who I am’ during the award ceremony was a powerful time. The story of Marouane, Youssef and Judith, three minors migrant, exemplifies the urgent need to make their experiences visible. Around us, there are thousands of voices like those who deserve to be heard and respected.
Toward a fairer culture
Cinema cannot be a reserved activity for a few privileged. We need a more inclusive look that reflects the diversity of our societies. Culture must be a vehicle for social mobilization, and in order to achieve this, we must ensure that the stories we tell reach everyone.
The noun experiences through the documentary
From our first documentary in Kenya, we have learned that social cinema requires a depth of understanding and respect for the realities we portray. We have explored topics such as migration, economic inequality and the struggle for social rights, always with the intention of giving voice to those who are often ignored.
A future full of possibilities
With the recent completion of ‘Rosine’, a project that explores migration and the right of asylum, we reaffirm our commitment to truth and authenticity. Cinema has the power to transform perceptions and create empathy, and this is our mission in the present times.
The power of cinema to connect with the experiences of others is more important than ever. In each story, each character and each scene, we realize that our responsibility is to convey narratives that help build a fairer and equitable world.
