Filmax, renowned for\u200b its specialty \u2062in genre films from\u2064 Spain, has recently secured the international rights to \u201cGaua,\u201d<\/strong> \u200cthe latest project by the \u2064acclaimed director \u200cPaul \u2064Urkijo. Following \u2063the success of his previous film \u201cIrati\u201d<\/a><\/strong>, which clinched the Competition Audience Award at Sitges in 2022, Urkijo continues to cement his reputation as one of Spain’s most \u2064promising genre\u2062 filmmakers.<\/p>\n \u201cGaua\u201d promises to incorporate several core elements \u200cthat made \u201cIrati\u201d a standout. \u200dSet to \u2062begin \u200bfilming \u200bin January-February next year, “Gaua”<\/strong> \u200bis \u200cscheduled to\u200c be presented at the American Film Market in November. The movie, with\u2063 a screenplay in English, delves deep\u2062 into the Basque mountains of 17th century\u2064 Spain. <\/p>\n The story begins with Kattalin fleeing her abusive husband\u2064 and sensing an eerie \u200cpresence while\u2062 wandering through a dense forest. Her journey leads her to encounter three women, immersed\u2062 in recounting local \u2063superstitions\u2062 and village \u200bgossip, who will later integrate Kattalin into their folklore. \u200bThe\u200d narrative blend of suspense and mythology\u2063 serves as the backbone of \u201cGaua,\u201d<\/strong> offering a dark, yet universal tale of love, vengeance, and empowerment.<\/p>\n Produced by the\u2064 prominent Basque outfit Irusoin, known for\u2064 works like \u201cMarco\u201d<\/strong> and\u200c Disney+\u2019s \u201cCristobal\u200d Balenciaga,\u201d<\/strong> \u201cGaua\u201d<\/strong> \u2064 is set to further explore the captivating stories \u2062of\u2063 the \u2062Basque region. The production also includes \u2063the collaborative efforts\u2062 of Ikusgarri\u2062 Films, Gaua AIE, and Vila\u00fct Films from \u200dCatalonia. Support from entities such as Basque pubcaster EITB, Spanish \u200bstate\u2064 TV RTVE, and the Basque Government underscores the film’s\u200c significance in promoting \u200bBasque \u2064culture and \u200blanguage.<\/p>\n Urkijo expressed his long-standing fascination \u200bwith\u200b nocturnal legends, spirits, demons, and witches that\u2062 originated from the \u200cwitch-hunts in the 17th century. He noted that \u200bthese narratives, initially rooted in fear and superstition, have \u2064evolved to symbolize female empowerment. With \u201cGaua,\u201d<\/strong> Urkijo aims to\u2064 bring\u200d this rich universe to the big screen in a manner that is both \u200cspectacular and unsettling, presenting a vivid\u2064 portrayal\u2063 of these age-old legends.<\/p>\n Reflecting on Urkijo’s previous works, producers from Irusoin emphasized his ability \u200cto marry artistic ambition\u2062 with broad audience\u2064 appeal. His \u200dprevious films, \u201cIrati\u201d<\/a><\/strong> and \u201cErrementari:\u2062 The Devil and The Blacksmith\u201d<\/a><\/strong>, exemplify a unique storytelling style that transcends language and\u2063 geographical barriers, offering authentic yet universal tales. The collaborative relationship between Irusoin and\u200b Urkijo is fueled by a \u200cshared commitment\u2062 to\u2064 showcasing Basque culture on \u2063an international stage.<\/p>\n Urkijo’s film “Irati”<\/strong> \u200bachieved \u2064major territory sales for Filmax in \u2062countries like Germany and Italy, becoming the highest-grossing Basque language film\u200b in Spain, with revenues\u200c reaching \u20ac956,938 ($1.05 million). His earlier success with \u201cErrementari,\u201d<\/strong> produced by Alex de la Iglesia, also secured a worldwide distribution deal with Netflix, further highlighting Urkijo’s global appeal.<\/p>\n The growing acclaim\u200c for Urkijo’s work underscores a broader trend \u2063within the Spanish film industry,\u200c where genre films\u2064 are gaining significant recognition both domestically and internationally. This rise is\u200d fueled by visionary directors like Urkijo who bring fresh, imaginative perspectives to traditional narratives, ensuring\u200d that Spanish cinema remains at the \u200cforefront \u200dof global filmmaking innovation.<\/p>\n For fans of genre films and enthusiasts of Basque folklore\u2064 and culture, \u201cGaua\u201d<\/strong> is \u200banticipated to be a mesmerizing addition to\u2063 Urkijo’s burgeoning portfolio. With its\u200c intricate storytelling and evocative themes, \u200cthe film is set to captivate audiences and\u200d continue the tradition of exemplary Spanish genre \u2063cinema.<\/p>\n Did you enjoy this article? \u200bShare\u200b it on your social channels\u2064 and let us know your thoughts! Don\u2019t miss out\u200b on the latest\u2062 updates! Follow \u200cus\u200c on social \u200bmedia\u2063 to\u2064 stay informed \u2062about the \u2062newest releases.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Filmax has secured international rights to \u201cGaua,\u201d the new thriller from Paul Urkijo. Known for \u201cIrati,\u201d Urkijo\u2019s latest film set in 17th century Basque mountains promises suspense, mythology, and a powerful tale of love and vengeance. 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