The Film Academy and AECID expand award-winning Spanish cinema from the Goya Awards globally

Published on January 04, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Promotional poster for the international Spanish cinema cycle featuring images of Goya-winning films and flags of participating countries

The Film Academy and AECID Expand Award-Winning Spanish Cinema at the Goya Awards Globally

A strategic alliance between the Spanish Film Academy and the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation is bringing the best of national cinema to international audiences through an unprecedented outreach program 🎬.

Selection of Cinematic Excellence

The cycle presents a carefully curated selection of productions awarded at the 39th Goya Awards, representing the creative diversity and technical quality of the Spanish audiovisual sector. This initiative reinforces cultural presence abroad while bringing these masterpieces closer to new global audiences.

International Destinations of the Cycle:
  • North America: United States and Canada with screenings in iconic cities
  • Europe: Croatia as a continental cultural bridge
  • Latin America: Chile and Colombia strengthening Spanish-speaking ties
  • Asia: Japan expanding Spanish cinematic influence
This multi-continental distribution demonstrates the institutional commitment to cultural diplomacy and Spain's external projection through the seventh art

Cultural Diplomacy Strategy

Each international screening will be accompanied by complementary activities that will enrich the audience's experience, including discussions with directors and exhibitions about the creative process 🎭.

Strategic Benefits:
  • Strengthening the Spain brand in key international markets
  • Projecting an image of cinematic quality and creativity
  • Creating institutional synergies between the public sector and the film industry

Reflection on Translation Quality

The initiative represents a unique opportunity to consolidate the position of Spanish cinema, although there is hope that the subtitles will maintain the quality and authenticity of the dialogues, avoiding linguistic anachronisms that could affect cultural immersion 🌍.