Colombian film wins two Coral awards at Havana festival

The 46th International Festival of New Latin American Cinema in Havana ended its awards ceremony with the Colombian film 'A Poet' as the big winner, securing two Coral Awards. The final weekend featured screenings of films that won Coral and Collateral awards.

The 46th International Festival of New Latin American Cinema, held in Havana, reached its final weekend on December 13, 2025. The awards ceremony spotlighted the Colombian film 'A Poet' as the big winner, earning two Coral Awards and bringing immense joy to its production team. This festival, one of the most significant in the region, honors works representing contemporary Latin American cinema.

During the conclusion, screenings took place of the films that won Coral and Collateral awards. 'A Poet', a Colombian production, emerged as the most acclaimed film of this year's edition. The event highlights the vibrancy of Latin American cinema and promotes cultural exchange in Cuba's capital.

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Black-and-white portrait of José Luis Cienfuegos, Seminci director, with symbolic film festival backgrounds honoring his legacy.
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