Historic Goya Awards: A Shared Celebration of Film in 2025
Polina Hans
18 Mar 2025
he recent Goya Awards ceremony in 2025 had an unexpected twist that delighted many. For the first time ever, the prestigious Best Film accolade was shared, honoring two movies: The 47 and Undercover [La infiltrada]. This notable moment showcases a shift in how achievements in cinema are celebrated, emphasizing inclusivity and joy.
A few days later, discussions surrounding this groundbreaking event continued as two-time award recipient Icíar Bollaín shared her thoughts. Known for her previous win in 2004 for Take My Eyes, Bollaín participated in the San Diego Comic-Con presentation held in Malaga, marking it as the inaugural occurrence of its sort beyond of the United States. During the conversation, she reflected on the significance of this year's awards.
Bollaín expressed her amazement at the unprecedented decision to honor two films simultaneously, commenting on how unique the situation was. She remarked on the challenges of making such a decision, admitting, "I guess it's very difficult." Despite any challenges, the revelation came as a delightful surprise to many, contributing to the ceremony's memorable atmosphere.
The filmmaker also noted the humorous aspects surrounding the announcement, mentioning that the participants were not briefed beforehand, which added to the surprise.
In her experience attending various festivals, she highlighted that sharing awards often results in greater happiness among the recipients, suggesting that having two winners allows more individuals to celebrate their achievements. "Two people get to take home their Goya, which is great," she said, underscoring the joy that comes from recognizing multiple creators.
To gain a deeper understanding of Bollaín's insights on this milestone in Spanish film, make sure to explore the entire interview available with local-language subtitles in the video below.