CajaCanarias Foundation to Host Free Screening of Oscar-Winning Film 'CODA' in La Palma

The CajaCanarias Foundation is expanding its cultural program in La Palma this week with a special film screening. As part of its "Other Perspectives" series, the foundation will host a free showing of the film CODA this Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at its Cultural Space in Santa Cruz de La Palma. Entry is free, though seating is limited by the venue's capacity. You can find further details on the organization’s website.

CODA, directed by Sian Heder, won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2022. It is an English-language adaptation of the 2014 French film La Famille Bélier. The story follows a young woman, played by Emilia Jones, who serves as the bridge between her deaf family and the hearing world. As she navigates the demands of the family fishing business, she must also decide whether to pursue her own dreams of becoming a musician.

The film features a talented cast, including Marlee Matlin, Troy Kotsur, and Daniel Durant—all of whom are members of the deaf community—alongside Eugenio Derbez and Ferdia Walsh-Peelo. By choosing this film, the CajaCanarias Foundation aims to highlight stories about diversity and identity, offering the La Palma community a chance to engage with thought-provoking cinema that goes beyond simple entertainment.