Last Saturday, as is tradition at Bezzia, we did not miss the gala of the Goya, which this year crowned The Snow Society as the big winner. The film directed by JA Bayona took home a total of 12 awards, including the prestigious awards for best Picture y Best Director. Although the competition was tough, other notable titles of Spanish cinema also received recognition, such as 20.000 species of bees y RobotDreams.
If you are a movie lover, here we tell you how and where you can enjoy these award-winning filmsFrom the big winners to the titles that won over critics, we invite you to discover and plan your movie session at home or in the theaters.
The Snow Society
On October 13, 1972, Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571, carrying a rugby team to Chile, crashed into a glacier in the Andes. This incident marked a milestone in the history of human survival and was brought to the big screen by JA Bayona. The film, available in Netflix, addresses the extreme hardships and impossible decisions passengers had to face in order to survive in a hostile environment. In addition, it will compete in the Oscars 2024 in the categories of Best Foreign Film y Makeup.
This production stands out not only for its exciting plot, but also for its careful direction and a cast that reflects the vicissitudes of the protagonists in an intensely emotional way. It is, without a doubt, one of the most outstanding works of recent Spanish cinema.
20.000 species of bees
Winner of the Goya Best New Direction, Best Original Screenplay y Best Supporting Actress (Ane Gabarain), this film directed by urresola delves into the search for identity of an eight-year-old trans girl. Sofía Otero, who plays the character of Coco, made history in the Berlinale 2023 being the youngest winner of the Silver Bear.
The film is available at Movistar + and can be rented at The film, Amazon y Rakuten. Immerse yourself in this emotional story that focuses on the experiences and challenges of a family trying to understand their daughter through love.
RobotDreams
Directed by Paul Berger, this animated work combines sensitivity y nostalgia. Winner of the Goya for Best Animated Film y Best Adapted Screenplay, tells the story of a friendship between a dog and a robot in the cosmopolitan 80s in New York. Sadly, this touching film is only available in theaters at the moment, but that's more than enough reason to visit the theaters and enjoy its wonderful visual narrative.
I am madly loving you
The Goya to Best Original Song won it Rigoberta Bandini for his song "I just want love", composed for this film directed by Alejandro MarinSet in Seville in 1977, the film tells the story of a mother who, driven by love for her son, enters the Andalusian LGTBI movement at a time when homosexuality was persecuted.
You can see it in Movistar +, in addition to renting it on platforms such as The film, Amazon y Rakuten.
Let no one sleep
Malena Altherio He won the Goya for Best Actress for his role in this story directed by Antonio Mendez EsparzaThe plot revolves around Lucía, a woman who, after losing her job as a programmer, begins a new life as a cabbie as she searches for love and faces her own demons. The film is available in Prime Video.
They know that
This biopic directed by David trueba addresses the beginnings of the iconic Spanish comedian Eugenio. David verdaguer, who plays the protagonist, won the Goya for Best Leading Actor for his brilliant performance. You can enjoy this movie on Movistar + and for rent in The film, Amazon y Rakuten.
O Horn
Janet Novas won the prize to Best New Actress for his role in this drama directed by Jaione CambordaSet in Galicia in the 70s, the film follows a woman's struggle for survival and freedom. It is available in Movistar +.
As long as it's you
The Goya to Best Documentary Film fell on this brave work of Claudia Pinto which documents the progress of Alzheimer's in the actress Carmen Elias. This touching portrait is available in RTVE Play.
Spanish cinema continues to demonstrate its quality and diversity, offering stories that excite, entertain and invite reflection. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy these award-winning productions, accessible on various platforms and in various cinemas.