Cultural festivals in Spain showcase international performing arts and Ibero-American cinema

The XII edition of the Mujeres que cuentan festival is taking place in Oruña de Piélagos, Spain. This annual event features international contemporary performing arts, including theater, dance, and Butoh. Artists from Spain, Italy, Ukraine, Albania, Mexico, and Japan are presenting works that address themes such as gender inequality, violence against women, migrant rights, and historical memory.

In the realm of cinema, the Huelva Film Festival has announced the first four titles in its Official Section, highlighting diverse Ibero-American voices. Featured films include the Argentine thriller ‘Pepita la pistolera’ by Lucía Puenzo, the Brazilian film ‘Funk’ by Aly Muritiba, the Chilean political fable ‘Matapanki’ by Diego Fuentes, and the Mexican production ‘Soy Mario’ starring Sharon K.