Sitges Film Festival opens 59th edition with tribute to Julio Fernández

The 59th Sitges Film Festival has commenced in Spain, marking a historic edition that celebrates the 50th anniversary of the film ‘Carrie’. The inaugural gala honored the late Julio Fernández, founder of the Filmax group, and presented the David Gregory Industry Award.

The festival features a high-profile lineup of honorees, including Peter Jackson, Danny DeVito, Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, and Amy Irving. Other notable awards include the Nosferatu Prize for Bárbara Rey and the Méliès Career Prize for Alejandro Amenábar.

Programming includes various genres such as fantasy, science fiction, and horror. Highlights include the screening of a 4K restored version of ‘Carrie’ and the premiere of the thriller ‘Found alive’ by Carlota Pereda. The festival also hosts diverse international works, including the Colombian short film ‘La ley de las acciones’ starring Andrés Parra.