Albert Serra – In Conversation With China’s Bi Gan – and Carla Simón, Nicolás Méndez, Turbo Shorts Capture Spain’s Creative Take-Off at Shanghai

Spanish directors have achieved significant international recognition, with five films featured in the Cannes Festival main competition over the last two years, surpassing all other countries. On June 17, Prime Video announced that Spain is its leading non-English export market, with its films frequently appearing in the platform's Non-English Global Top 10. This surge in Spanish cinematic influence was highlighted at the Shanghai International Film Festival, where director Albert Serra engaged in a conversation with Chinese filmmaker Bi Gan. The festival also showcased the work of other prominent Spanish directors, including Carla Simón and Nicolás Méndez, through a "Turbo Shorts" program that captured Spain's creative momentum. This program featured a selection of short films that demonstrated innovative storytelling and visual styles, further solidifying Spain's growing presence in the global film industry. The success of Spanish cinema is attributed to a combination of artistic innovation, compelling narratives, and strategic international distribution platforms like Prime Video.