2022

Xan 4, 2026

50th Edition

The 50th anniversary of Curtas burst beyond the limits of the screen, turning Vilagarcía into a true theme park of nostalgia and science fiction. More than 20,000 people answered the call of the exhibition and the legendary DeLorean from Back to the Future, in an edition that confirmed its international stature thanks to an exceptional red carpet. Walking it were director Mick Garris, a living legend for his adaptations of Stephen King, and illustrator Dave McKean, joined by Lone Fleming, muse of Spanish horror cinema and star of classics such as The Night of the Blind Terror. It was a year of great cultural richness, with space to enjoy Nosferatu with live music or experience a mischievous closing with the cabaret of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

However, the heart of this edition beat with the emotional tribute to Rafael Sabugueiro, the visionary who ignited the spark of amateur filmmaking in 1973 and who passed away just days before seeing half a century of his work fulfilled. His memory permeated every corner of the festival, from the Auditorium to Salón García, recalling the humble origins of a festival that has evolved into a giant. A success in both audience and trajectory that, as a final flourish to the celebrations, was institutionally endorsed with the official declaration of the festival as an Event of Local Tourist Interest.

The poster illustration was created by Flavio Greco.

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