2024

Xan 4, 2026

52nd Edition

2024 was the year in which the festival finished defining its identity, fully embracing the celebration of the 85th anniversary of Batman. Vilagarcía dressed for the occasion, with Plaza de Galicia serving as the stage for one of the edition’s major attractions: a fully functional replica of the 1989 Batmobile. The vehicle, identical to the one seen in Tim Burton’s film, was not only an exhibition piece, but also allowed fans to witness live demonstrations of its mechanisms, becoming the most popular meeting point of the festival.

Beyond the spectacle, the programme reinforced the event’s prestige with high-profile guests. Director Richard Stanley, responsible for titles such as Hardware and Color Out of Space, captivated audiences with his Lovecraftian mysticism, while the comic and literature section shone with Jorge Fornés, a key artist in the recent history of the Dark Knight, and screenwriter Ángel Agudo. With carefully curated exhibitions such as “The Year of the Bat” and a film selection that sparked interest beyond Spain’s borders, Curtas proved it has matured, balancing entertainment for general audiences with a top-tier cultural offering.

The poster illustration was created by Flavio Greco.

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