this Orihuela Circus Theater will host a Thursday preview on October 20 for the film This, directed by Elena López Riera. The event will feature a free admission, with tickets available at the theater box office on the 18th, 19th, and 20th. The screening starts at 8 pm, and a large portion of the film’s cast and the director are expected to attend. The evening promises an intimate look at the production, offering audiences a chance to engage with the creators and learn about the making of the movie. Source: Orihuela Cultural Office.
Elena López Riera: “I am proud to be in Cannes with my film”
The mayor of Orihuela, Caroline Grace, shared her satisfaction that the producer chose Orihuela for the premiere of López Riera’s film. Typically, such premieres occur in major capital cities, making this choice especially meaningful for the local community. López Riera described the event as an opportunity for the public to discover a different side of Orihuela, a city that may not always be in the global spotlight but here has a chance to shine. The mayor emphasized that the film brings the city’s name to a worldwide audience, underscoring Orihuela’s cultural significance on the international stage. In this context, the filmmaker’s Cannes selection is framed as a point of pride and a potential catalyst for future regional cinema initiatives. Source: Orihuela City Council.
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The cultural council member Sea Ezcurra noted that portions of the film were shot in Orihuela. The municipality supported the production by providing filming locations and handling administrative requests, such as street blockades and space allocations for casting. Ezcurra recalled that “El Agua” had previously been shown at Cannes and at the San Sebastián International Film Festival, highlighting the film’s international reception. The project also earned recognition at the Toulouse Spanish Film Festival (Cinespaña). Source: Orihuela Cultural Office.
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Pepe Andrew, one of the film’s producers, confirmed that the film would hit theaters on November 4. He encouraged audiences to attend, describing the Orihuela premiere as a valuable opportunity for the film to travel beyond major cities and reach smaller communities. Andrew also expressed gratitude for the ongoing collaboration with the Orihuela City Council since the project began, noting that their support helped the story come to life and reach a wider audience. The premiere in Orihuela is framed as a cultural milestone that could inspire greater regional storytelling opportunities. Source: Orihuela Cultural Office.