Spanish filmmaker Carla Simón's new film, 'Romería', premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on May 21, 2025, receiving an enthusiastic reception. This marks Simón's entry into the main Cannes competition.
'Romería' tells the story of Marina, an 18-year-old orphan who travels to Spain's Atlantic coast seeking a signature from her paternal grandparents for a scholarship application. The film explores themes of family memory, identity, and the impact of the past.
Simón, known for 'Summer 1993' and 'Alcarràs', delves into her Galician roots with this project. 'Romería' features Llúcia Garcia as Marina, alongside Tristán Ulloa and Miryam Gallego, and is scheduled for theatrical release in Spain on September 5, 2025.