Carmen Maura's 'Calle Málaga' to Premiere at Venice and Toronto Film Festivals

Spanish cinema icon Carmen Maura is set to grace the international stage with her latest film, "Calle Málaga." The movie will have its world premiere at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 29, 2025, as part of the prestigious Venice Spotlight section.

"Calle Málaga," directed by Moroccan filmmaker Maryam Touzani, delves into themes of memory and belonging. The narrative follows Maura as a 79-year-old Spanish woman living in Tangier who fiercely opposes her daughter's decision to sell their childhood home. This personal struggle for roots and identity forms the emotional core of the film.

Following its debut in Venice, "Calle Málaga" will travel to North America for its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2025, in the Special Presentations category. The film is a significant European collaboration, involving Morocco, France, Spain, Germany, and Belgium.

The cast also features Marta Etura and Ahmed Boulane. This dual festival premiere highlights the film's international appeal and the compelling nature of its themes, celebrating Carmen Maura's enduring career and Maryam Touzani's growing reputation as a director.