- “Mar adentro” (The Sea Inside, 2004) – This Spanish drama tells the story of Ramón Sampedro, a quadriplegic man fighting for his right to die. It was shot in various locations in Galicia, including the coastline.
- “O Apóstolo” (The Apostle, 2012) – An animated dark comedy film set in a Galician village, it follows the journey of a prisoner who escapes and hides in a mysterious village filled with secrets.
- “El bosque animado” (The Enchanted Forest, 1987) – Based on a famous Galician novel, this film depicts the magical adventures of various animals inhabiting a Galician forest.
- “Fariña” (Cocaine Coast, 2018) – Although not a movie but a TV series, it deserves mention for its gripping portrayal of the Galician drug trade in the 1980s. It showcases the coast and urban settings of Galicia exceptionally well.
- “La Casa de mi Padre” (My Father’s House, 2008) – This drama follows the journey of a young Galician man who returns home to his coastal village after living in Mexico. The film explores cultural differences and family dynamics.
- “El secreto de las siete semillas” (The Secret of the Seven Seeds, 2014) – Set in both Peru and Galicia, this film tells the inspiring story of a successful businessman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery after experiencing a heart attack.
- “Incerta glòria” (Uncertain Glory, 2017) – Although set during the Spanish Civil War, parts of this film were shot in Galicia. It portrays the struggles of the characters against the backdrop of Galician landscapes.
- “A Esmorga” (The Frolic, 2014) – Based on a classic Galician novel, this tragi-comedy follows three friends on a drunken pilgrimage through the streets of Ourense, offering a glimpse into Galician culture and society.
- “Nadie hablará de nosotras cuando hayamos muerto” (Nobody Will Speak of Us When We’re Dead, 1995) – While not completely set in Galicia, this film features scenes filmed in the region. It tells the story of a woman seeking revenge against her former lovers.
- “El lápiz del carpintero” (The Carpenter’s Pencil, 2003) – Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War, this film portrays the life of a Republican prisoner and features Galician landscapes.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Galicia
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