A Night of Stars: Highlights from the 40th Goya Awards in Barcelona
The 40th edition of the Goya Awards unfolded tonight in the vibrant city of Barcelona, with 'Los Domingos' and 'Sirât' emerging as leading contenders for the coveted trophies. While these films are favorites to take home multiple awards, the excitement in the air suggests that surprises are still on the horizon. This year, notable films like 'Maspalomas,' 'Sorda,' and 'La Cena' have raised the stakes, promising a thrilling evening as the ceremony progresses.
The unpredictability of the Goya Awards was underscored last year when 'El 47' and 'La Infiltrada' shockingly shared the Best Film award—a first in the history of Spain's most prestigious cinematic honors. As the night unfolds, we are providing live updates on the winners across all categories, along with highlights of the stunning red carpet looks.
In the International Goya category, the esteemed Susan Sarandon has captivated audiences as a key presenter. As the awards are announced, we can reveal that Álvaro Cervantes took home the award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'Sorda,' with Miguel Rellán ('El Cautivo'), Juan Minujín ('Los Domingos'), Kandido Uranga ('Maspalomas'), and Tamar Novas ('Rondallas') also nominated.
In a testament to its brilliance, 'Sirât' won the Best Editing award, showcasing the film's intricate storytelling and technical prowess, competing against 'Ciudad Sin Sueño,' 'Los Domingos,' and 'Los Tigres.'
The Best Original Music award went to Kangding Ray for 'Sirât,' further indicating the film's significant impact at the ceremony. Other nominees in this category included Carla F. Benedicto ('El Talento'), Iván Palomares ('Leo Lou'), Julio de la Rosa ('Los Tigres'), and Aránzazu Calleja ('Maspalomas').
The poignant Best Documentary Film was awarded to 'Tardes de Soledad,' with '2025 Todos Somos Gaza,' 'Eloy de la Iglesia Adicto al Cine,' 'Flores para Antonio,' 'The Sleeper,' and 'El Caravaggio Perdido' also in competition.
In terms of visual splendor, 'Los Tigres' garnered the Best Special Effects award, surpassing 'Enemigos,' 'Gaua,' 'Sirât,' and 'Un Fantasma en la Batalla.' The Best Supporting Actress award was fiercely contested, with Nagore Aramburu from 'Los Domingos' taking home the trophy, while Elvira Mínguez ('La Cena'), Miryam Gallego ('Romería'), Elena Irureta ('Sorda'), and María de Medeiros ('Una Quinta Portuguesa') were all recognized for their stellar performances.
As the evening progresses, we will continue to update the list of winners and insights from the glamorous red carpet at the Goya Awards 2026, celebrating the richness of Spanish cinema and the talented individuals behind it. Stay tuned for all the latest developments and a closer look at what this year's ceremony has to offer.
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