The closing gala, held at the Juan Ramón Jiménez Municipal Theater, brought together filmmakers, actors, and producers to celebrate cinema made in the Canary Islands. The ceremony was hosted by actress Antonia San Juan and journalist Adolfo Rodríguez, who highlighted the importance of telling stories from a unique perspective.
The awards recognized other works, including the Special Jury Prize for ‘Mamma’ by Stephanie Longo, the Audience Award for ‘Vaya Suerte’ by Lucía Rubio and Sara Florido, and the award for ‘Pimpa’ by Isaac Dos Santos in the Social Visions category. ‘Vaya Suerte’ also received awards in Documentary and Experimental Film, while ‘Phoenix Canariensis’ by Jeffrey Lunaris was honored as Best Young Short Film.
The festival, under the slogan “Without a neutral accent,” emphasized Canarian identity, language, and the need for audiovisual content with its own personality. This fourth edition has been one of the most participatory, with 330 participants and a two-week program that included screenings, meetings, and workshops in various venues across Telde.
Carlos Alberto Mejías, the festival's director, has been key to its growth, aiming to give visibility to new voices and foster cinematic creation with a Canarian identity. The organization seeks to make Telde a meeting point for creators and industry professionals.
The first Honorary Telde Neptune was presented to actress Antonia San Juan, recognizing her career in Spanish audiovisual and strengthening the festival's connection with national figures.
With a full theater and a diverse awards list, the Telde Film Festival solidifies its position as a cultural reality in the Canary Islands, demonstrating the current moment of creativity and growth for cinema produced in the islands.
