Europe March 14, 2026

Marta Matute's film 'I Will Not Die of Love' awarded the Golden Biznaga prize at the Malaga Festival

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Marta Matute's film 'I Will Not Die of Love' awarded the Golden Biznaga prize at the Malaga Festival

Marta Matute's Film 'I Will Not Die of Love' Awarded the 'Golden Biznaga' Prize at the Malaga Festival

Marta Matute's film I Will - Marta Matute's I Will Not Die of Love - At the prestigious film festival organized in the Spanish city of Malaga, director Marta Matute's debut film 'I Will Not Die of Love' (Yo no moriré de amor) won the 'Golden Biznaga' (Biznaga de Oro) award. This achievement is considered a significant start and a great success in the young director's career.

The film is a poignant drama reflecting the heavy burden of care within a family. Matute brought this deep and sensitive story to the screen, inspired by the care she provided to her mother for ten years. The internal struggles and challenges faced by the characters on screen deeply affect and make viewers ponder.

In addition to the 'Golden Biznaga' award, 'I Will Not Die of Love' also brought success to its cast. For their roles in the film, Júlia Mascort and Tomás del Estal were awarded the 'Silver Biznaga' (Biznaga de Plata) awards. These awards further prove the high level of the film's acting performance.

The Malaga Festival is considered one of the most important events for Spanish and Latin American cinema. Winning the 'Golden Biznaga' award at this festival creates a solid foundation for the film's international recognition and future achievements.

Marta Matute's debut film showcases the director's talent and courage, bringing a new perspective to the themes of family values and human relationships. The awards received by the film clearly demonstrate that it is highly appreciated by both critics and a wide audience.