AFM 2024: Elevating Spanish Film Globally

AFM 2024 Highlights: Spanish Screenings On Tour and the Future of Spanish Cinema

Just Now News.Press will provide on-the-ground coverage of the Spanish Screenings On Tour at AFM 2024, taking place at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas from November 5-10. Showcasing the best of Spain’s film industry, this event features 17 new Spanish films, animations, and remakes. The screenings, themed “Spanish Audiovisual: Creativity, Diversity & Success,” receive support from Spain’s Ministry of Culture, ICEX Spain Trade and Investment, and major Spanish film festivals, highlighting Spain’s drive to expand its cinematic influence in the U.S. and worldwide.

Discover Spanish Cinema’s Diverse Genres

The Spanish Screenings On Tour at AFM 2024 presents a rich mix of genres, including animation, fantasy, horror, and sci-fi. As part of the Spanish Screenings XXL initiative, launched at the San Sebastián Film Festival, this showcase aims to increase Spanish cinema’s global reach. Ignasi Camós, General Director of Spain’s Film Institute (ICAA), emphasized the recent surge in Spanish cinema’s visibility internationally, underscored by achievements like Pedro Almodóvar’s Golden Lion win.

Global Exposure for Spanish Filmmakers at AFM 2024

AFM 2024 offers Spanish filmmakers an invaluable opportunity to connect with international distributors and audiences. Featuring nine projects in the final stages of development and a diverse catalog from leading Spanish producers, the event maximizes exposure through both on-site and online screenings. Elisa Carbonell, CEO of ICEX, stressed the strategic importance of AFM in helping Spanish cinema expand its international presence.

Spanish Animation and Remakes in the Spotlight

Spanish animation will shine at AFM 2024, with four innovative projects in the Animation Showcase, curated by Málaga Film Festival Director Juan Antonio Vigar. Among them is Rock Bottom by María Trenor, a project that has received significant international acclaim. The Remakes Showcase will also highlight Spanish stories primed for adaptation, responding to the rising demand for international remakes in the U.S.

AFM: A Leading Global Film Market for Spanish Cinema

AFM, one of the world’s largest film markets, attracts thousands of industry professionals and generates over a billion dollars in annual deals. This year’s Spanish Screenings On Tour aligns with Spain’s Audiovisual Hub of Europe initiative, which promotes Spanish cinema and encourages international investment. Spain’s prominent presence at AFM 2024 emphasizes its goal of becoming a major player in the global film industry.

Exclusive AFM 2024 Coverage from Just Now News.Press

Follow Just Now News.Press for exclusive insights and coverage of the Spanish Screenings On Tour at AFM 2024. Our reporting will spotlight standout projects, industry trends, and the unique stories driving Spain’s impact on international audiences. Stay tuned for an in-depth look at Spanish cinema’s growing influence at this premier film event in Las Vegas.

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