After 26 years, the Goya Awards are returning to Barcelona, a city that has embraced culture, following a memorable previous ceremony that featured 'Todo sobre mi madre'. The event, which is celebrating its 40th edition, will take place at the Fòrum convention center, showcasing a fruitful year for Spanish cinema. President of the Academy of Cinema, Fernando Méndez-Leite, highlighted the significance of this return as a celebration not only of artistic achievement but also as a cultural event in the heart of Catalonia.

This year, the ceremony is expected to feature a competitive lineup with notable films vying for awards, including 'Los domingos' by Alauda Ruiz de Azúa and 'Sirât' by Oliver Laxe. 'Los domingos' has received critical acclaim, winning the Gold Shell at the San Sebastián Film Festival and leading the nominations with 13. Meanwhile, 'Sirât', which has earned two Oscar nominations, is also expected to garner attention. The gala, hosted by Rigoberta Bandini and Luis Tosar, aims to reflect the vibrancy and diversity of Spanish cinema at this pivotal moment of its history.

The event not only celebrates individual films and performances but also underscores the broader cultural significance of cinema in Spain, particularly in Barcelona. In an era where the film industry is experiencing a renaissance, the Goya Awards serve as a barometer for the health of Spanish cinema and its ability to resonate with both domestic and international audiences. As the city prepares for this iconic event, it reinforces its status as a cultural hub, further enriching the collective appreciation for the arts in the region.