Spain Selects Saturn Return for Oscars

Spain has selected 'Saturn Return', a drama directed by Isaki Lacuesta and Pol Rodríguez, as its submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 97th Academy Awards. The film, which chronicles the struggles of the indie rock band Los Planetas in the late 1990s, premiered at the Malaga Film Festival, where it won Best Film, Best Director, and Best Editing. 'Saturn Return' has also been showcased at several international festivals, including Seattle and Guadalajara. The film is produced by a consortium of companies including Ikiru Films and La Terraza Films, and features a cast that includes Daniel Ibáñez and Stéphanie Magnin. Spain has a history of strong performances in this category, with 21 nominations and 4 wins to date. The shortlist for the Oscars will be announced on December 17, 2024.