Catalonia: A Hub of Creativity at the 2025 Berlin Film Festival and European Film Market
Catalonia has emerged as a vibrant hub of filmmaking, showcasing its creative prowess at the 2025 Berlin Film Festival and European Film Market (EFM).
Official Program
Four Catalan productions have been selected for the festival's official program, reflecting the region's artistic excellence. Eva Libertad's debut feature "Deaf" and Lucía G. Romero's "Close to September" will screen in the Panorama and Berlinale Shorts sections, respectively. Robin Petré's "Only On Earth" and Karen Joaquín and Uliane Tatit's "Juanita" will showcase in Generation Kplus.
Berlinale Series Market
Catalonia's presence extends to the Berlinale Series Market, where three series will be highlighted: "Dark Waters" by Víctor Garcia, "The Wheel" by Ángeles Hernández, and "Internal Affairs" by Pedro García and Rodrigo Martín.
Talent Development
The Berlinale Talents program nurtures emerging talent, and this year features seven Catalan professionals. They will collaborate with industry peers from around the world, fostering connections and learning opportunities.
Co-Production Market
Highly anticipated is the debut film "Men and Days" by "Alcarràs" screenwriter Arnau Vilaró, presented at the Berlinale Co-Production Market. The film explores themes of identity, love, and belonging, set against the backdrop of Barcelona in 1992.
Catalan Films at EFM
Catalan Films, the region's promotional body, will have a prominent presence at the EFM with a dedicated stand at the Gropius Bau. The stand will serve as a platform for over 90 Catalan companies and 160 professionals to network and showcase the region's latest audiovisual productions.
Innovative Technology
Catalan company Gretico will present its DCS project at the EFM Startups, a low-cost device that enhances accessibility to films by streaming projection material to areas without equipped cinemas.
Spanish Producers Spotlight
The Spanish Producers Spotlight will feature four Catalan labels: Escándalo Films, Alba Sotorra Productions, LaCima Producciones, and Inicia Films, showcasing the diversity and emerging talent in the Catalan audiovisual industry.
International Collaboration
The significant Catalan involvement at the Berlinale underscores the region's commitment to international collaboration, innovation, and creativity. It highlights Berlin and the EFM's growing importance for Catalan companies.
Catalonia's Ambition
Catalonia's Minority Co-Production Fund has been a success, providing financing for films with Catalan minority co-producers. The region continues to invest in its industry, aiming to become a fully integrated global player.