Celebration of creativity in Festival
The one of a Barcelona Film Festival has completed its fifteenth edition with a resounding success, highlighting diversity and innovation in the world of cinema. The film ‘Salomé’, by Brazilian director André Antônio, has been raised with the festival’s most prestigious prize, valued at 15,000 euros. This work has been described by the jury as a “queer fantasy” that has captured the attention of the public with its originality and imagination.
Prizes that reflect diversity and commitment
In addition to ‘Salomé’, the festival has recognized a wide range of films that address various and relevant themes. The Green Talent Award has been awarded to Abdellah Taïa’s ‘Cabo Negro’, which has been stood out for his defense of the values of the 2030 Agenda. The jury evaluated his ability to address social and environmental injuries with a sensitive and brave look.
Prizes for Innovation and Sensitivity
The Award a collective impulse has gone to ‘Jone, Batzuetan’ by Sara Fantova, recognized for her honesty in dealing with complex family issues. The jury emphasized how the film offers an innovative vision of today’s youth, without prejudice or conditioning.
Jury rating: a reflection of current criticism
The Critics’ Jury Award has been for ‘To Kill a Mongolian Horse’ by Xiaoxuan Jiang, a film that has captured his attention to his critical gaze on people displaced in a globalized world. The jury emphasized the formal beauty of the work and its deep message on endangered lives.
A Promember Future for the Cinema
The festival has officially concluded on Sunday, April 6, but its influence will continue with the focus dedicated to the filmmaker Robert Minervini, which can be enjoyed at the Filmoteca de Catalunya until April 11. This edition of A Festival has not only celebrated film talent, but also raised important reflections on contemporary society and its various voices.