New Short Film 'Colapso' Highlights Public Anxiety Over Volcanic Risk in Tenerife

Public anxiety over seismic activity in Tenerife has found a new voice through film. A recently released short movie titled Colapso (Collapse) explores the uncertainty surrounding how volcanic risks are communicated in the Canary Islands—an issue that has become a major concern for local residents.

Directed by Tenerife native Moisés Coello, the film follows two young people, played by Nathaly de la Cruz and Daniel San Ginés, as they travel through Teide National Park. Their conversation highlights a common fear among islanders: that warning systems might not be fast enough to protect those living in high-risk areas. Narrated by journalist Fátima Bravo, the film moves beyond fiction to encourage a serious discussion about how we manage and communicate the risks of living near an active volcano.

From a scientific standpoint, the National Geographic Institute and other agencies monitor Mount Teide around the clock. While recent seismic activity has caught the attention of researchers, the volcanic alert level remains at green. Experts stress that there are no signs of an imminent eruption and that monitoring systems—which track ground movement, gas emissions, and earthquakes—are functioning as expected.

Filmed two weeks ago in Las Cañadas, Coello’s project also touches on the impact of tourism on the park’s ecosystem. The filmmaker, who previously gained international acclaim for his work Efímero, hopes to reach a wide audience through digital platforms. The film serves as a powerful example of how a new generation of Canarian creators is using cinema to address local concerns, emphasizing the need for clear, effective communication when dealing with natural phenomena that require constant vigilance.