Canary Islands’ Thriving Audiovisual Scene Gains Momentum in Smaller Towns
The thriving audiovisual scene in the Canary Islands continues to expand as local production company Los de Siempre Films showcases its work through long-running regional film forums that bridge the gap between creators and audiences.
The growth of film screenings in the Canary Islands’ smaller towns is a clear sign of the region's thriving audiovisual scene. A recent event at the Sociedad Centro Icodense in Icod de los Vinos showcased this momentum, featuring a retrospective of work by the Tenerife-based production company Los de Siempre Films.
This event was part of a film forum series that has been running in the island's northwest for six years. The screening featured ten short films: Casa Chano, Camarero 2, BETA, La habitación, La cita, Marcos y Cordero, Papá, Mi ratito, La mancha, and Patata. These projects highlight the work of a talented team—Emilio González, Nacho Peña, Víctor Hubara, Óscar Oapé, Airam Rodríguez, Silvania C. Suárez, and María Fernanda Durán—who frequently collaborate with local screenwriter and comedian Darío López.
The impact of Los de Siempre Films goes beyond just making movies. By helping manage the Northeast Film Festival, they are part of a growing trend of local creators taking charge of cultural management and industry development. These efforts are vital for the region; they bring film culture to areas outside major cities and help connect local filmmakers with their audiences. The fact that this film forum has remained successful for over five years proves there is a strong demand for local content and that Canarian filmmakers are successfully building their own networks to share their work.