The 38th Goya Awards are set to take place on February 10 in Valladolid, marking the first time the national film ceremony arrives in Castilla y León. Organized by the Spanish Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Goya Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in Spanish cinema and recognize the people who bring these stories to life throughout the year.
All nominations for the 2024 Goya Awards
In this edition, the 2024 Goya Honor Award will be presented to Juan Seaci, a cinematographer whose eighty-year career has left an enduring mark on Spanish cinema. The contribution recognizes decades of visual storytelling, technical mastery, and collaborations that shaped generations of filmmakers. The ceremony honors both the craft and the creative leadership behind the camera, underscoring the importance of cinematography in the emotional impact of a film.
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These are the standout favorites among the films announced for the 2024 Goya Awards, a lineup that has sparked conversation across cinemas and critics alike. The nominations highlight bold storytelling, distinctive directorial voices, and performances that have resonated with audiences and judges across Spain.
‘20,000 species of bees
Estíbaliz Urresola’s Solaguren has emerged as the frontrunner with an impressive 15 nominations, setting a record for the most nominations in the history of the Goya Awards. The film centers on a bold exploration of trans childhood and the journey toward gender identity within a family drama where the female perspective is pushed to the forefront. The narrative weaves intimate moments with broader social questions, inviting viewers to reflect on identity, courage, and empathy while delivering a deeply personal cinematic voice.
‘Snow Society’
Juan Antonio Bayona’s production stands as the second-most-nominated work with 13 nods. The film draws on a true story about a Uruguayan plane crash in the Andes, where survival against the odds becomes a repository of resilience and human endurance. Set against a stark, high-altitude landscape, the narrative follows a group of survivors as they navigate life-and-death decisions in one of the most unforgiving environments on the planet.
‘You know this’
David Trueba directs a biographical portrait of the comedian Eugenio, supported by 11 nominations. The film chronicles Eugenio’s career arc, capturing the evolution of a performer who formed a legendary musical duo with Conchita, an aspiring singer who joins him on a journey of love, ambition, and artistic partnership. Over decades, Eugenio’s influence has grown to shape the landscape of Spanish humor and entertainment.
‘Close your eyes’
Víctor Erice returns with a mystery drama that earned 11 nominations. The plot unfolds around a vanished actor during a film shoot, with authorities unable to locate him and time letting the case slip into memory. Years later, the unresolved mystery resurfaces, challenging characters to confront the past and the consequences that echo through a film’s production and a career’s arc.
‘One Love’
Isabel Coixet’s screenplay anchors a drama that has gathered seven nominations. The story follows Nat, a young woman who leaves the bustle of city life for a small town, where she encounters insecurity and new relationships. Amid shifting loyalties, she faces a personal decision that tests boundaries and invites reflection on love, risk, and independence in a changing social landscape.