A weekend of success for ESCAC talent
ESCAC talent has shone brightly for another weekend, making its mark on the film and television industry. From success on Netflix to triumphs at the San Sebastián Film Festival, ESCAC alumni have once again demonstrated their influence and excellence in filmmaking.
‘Nowhere’, the film by graduate Albert Pintó, premiered on Netflix on Friday. Its release was a great success, and over the weekend it reached number 1 in 60 countries.
‘Society of the Snow’ won the Donostia City Audience Award, breaking the all-time scoring record awarded by the popular jury (the audience attending the film). The film had already broken the record for tickets sold to screenings, with 29.000 in a single day.
Bayona, known for previous successes such as ‘The Impossible’ and ‘A Monster Calls’, continues to be an outstanding example of how talent trained at ESCAC continues to influence international cinema.
The weekend of success for ESCAC talent culminated in recognition for Estíbaliz Urresola, who received the prestigious 2023 Sebastiane Award for her work ‘20.000 Species of Bees‘. This award, which recognises a commitment to diversity and LGTBI visibility in cinema, highlights the importance of telling diverse and authentic stories.
Extra note
Eight short films produced by ESCAC Films are candidates for the 2024 Goya Awards: Canta una doncella, l’Avenir, La herida Luminosa, Muerte en Torrevieja, Point Jordan, Si me querei, irse, Son pardos and Trenc d’Alba.
The weekend of success for ESCAC talent celebrates not only the individual achievements of these exceptional filmmakers, but also highlights the school’s legacy and its influence on the film industry. These achievements bear witness to the power of film education and a passion for cinema to inspire creators to reach new heights in their careers.
At ESCAC, we are proud of our alumni and celebrate all their successes.
Here’s to many more!
