Unscripted Spanish Dramas Surge Globally, Powered by Diverse Collaborations

Ventana Sur 2025, the leading film market in Latin America, is set to host the 8th edition of its Proyecta co-production platform from December 1-5. This year's lineup features 12 new first or second feature films from across the region, confirming Proyecta's reputation as a key gateway for Latin American cinema to reach European audiences.

Among the highlights are projects like "Culebra Cut" from Panama, which has united producers from France, Chile, and Panama, and recently added Arte France Cinéma as a co-producer. "False Positive" from Colombia, directed by Theo Montoya, is a poetic reconstruction of the country's "false positives" killings, blending memory, mourning, and surrealism. Meanwhile, "Houses Are Silent" from Romania and Bolivia explores the silence that can both protect and hide pain in a secluded Mennonite colony.

Proyecta not only showcases these diverse stories but also offers incentives to fast-track production and visibility. The platform provides accreditation, accommodation, and access to the San Sebastián Film Festival's industry activities, as well as a €10,000 pre-buy for the international rights of one project and a trip to Norway's Sørfond Pitching Forum.

With a focus on hybrid aesthetics and storytelling precision aimed at both festivals and buyers, the 2025 Proyecta selection promises to captivate audiences worldwide.