Benissa has turned the projector back on to celebrate the Second edition of Benissa en CortoThe festival has begun with resounding success, registering sold-out screenings and boasting a prestigious jury. The event, which will run until... September 6, turns Benissa into a cinematic epicenter, attracting talent and spectators.
Full houses at the screenings and a prestigious jury
On 18:30hThe Benissa Cultural Centre was packed to welcome the president of the jury, the Catalan actor Octavi Pujades, accompanied by the actors and actresses Carolina bona, Vanessa Cano y Ferran Gadea, known for their roles in the television series L'Alqueria Blancaand the actor from Calpe Rafael HernándezThey are responsible for evaluating each plan, interpretation, and history who participates in the festival.
Along with the jury members, the promoters of this initiative were present: the Festival Director, Pedro Font, Raul Martinez y Maria MasAlso in attendance were the creators of the short films "Burn the Father", Rafa Piqueras"Suicide catalog (for discerning people)," diego vargasand "The Day I'm Missing", by Unai Liarte, Moha Azyane, Miquel A.Ciotta y mario millerThe mayor of Benissa, Arthur Pocket, and the councilor of Culture, Pepa BertomeuThey also participated in the inauguration, showing the unconditional support of the City Council's Department of Culture.
Recognition of Paco Sarro and the value of the short film
Prior to the official start of the festival, the Valencian actor was remembered. Paco Sarro, famous for his portrayal of the character Ferri in the series L'Alqueria Blanca, who died suddenly the day before.
The festival opens a new opportunity for cinematic talent and consolidates Benissa as a meeting point for those who value the cinema Not because of its length, but because of the intensity of the stories it manages to tell. In this way, Benissa becomes a venue open to talent.
Impressions of the jury and the organization
According to the president of the jury, Octavi Pujades"Being president has been a responsibility because you have to evaluate the work of your colleagues. There's a very high level this year in terms of lighting, filming, and the stories. The quality is impressive," he said, adding that "you want the distribution of awards to be as fair as possible when you're evaluating an artistic achievement."
Pujades, with a remarkable career in film, , y TVHe emphasizes that "it is a great honor to be in Benissa en Corto with a cinema full of spectators ready to enjoy the culture of short films i aixó no és paga amb diners."
For his part, the director of the Benissa en Corto Festival, Pedro FontFont thanks everyone who filled all the screenings at this festival, because that's "what gives it meaning, our audience." He adds, "We're starting a great week dedicated to film, and we hope everyone enjoys all the short films and the scheduled activities."
The mayor of Benissa, Arthur PocketPoquet states that "this Benissa en Corto craze began last year thanks to Pedro, Raúl, and Maria, and they've managed to make it one of the town's most important cultural events." He adds that "it's a real pleasure to see this theater packed with people at every screening."
Consolidation and future of the festival
With this second edition, Benissa en Corto continues its growth and consolidates its identity. The sold-out screenings at the start of the festival represent significant support for an initiative that sees culture as a meeting point between creators and audiences.
During these days, Benissa transforms into a large cinema where each screening invites you to watch, discover and be surprised.
