Calle Malaga

Filmoteca

“A luminous performance from Carmen Maura and a deeply human story about belonging and resilience — Calle Málaga is a reminder to savour the days we have in the places and communities we hold dear.”

Morocco’s official submission for the Oscars, Calle Málaga stars Carmen Maura, Pedro Almodóvar’s frequent collaborator, as María, a spirited 79-year-old living in Tangier’s historic Spanish quarter. When her daughter returns intent on selling the family apartment, María fights to preserve her home, uncovering hidden strength and determination. Along the way, she unexpectedly rediscovers love, desire, and the joys of life she thought were behind her. Bathed in sunlit streets and rich with nostalgia, humour, and hope, Calle Málaga is a moving, vibrant portrait of aging, family, and resilience. A celebration of community, courage, and the enduring human spirit.

Academy Awards 2026 - Morocco’s submission for Best International Feature Film
Venice Film Festival 2025 – Winner, Audience Award
Toronto International Film Festival 2025
BFI London Film Festival 2025
Mar del Plata International Film Festival 2025: Winner of Best Film, Best Actress and Audience Award

Rating

M

Duration

116 min

Country

Spain, Morocco, France, Germany, Belgium

Language

Spanish, Arabic (English subtitles)

Director

Maryam Touzani

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