WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in La Rioca

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  • “The Way” (2010) – This inspirational film directed by Emilio Estevez follows a father who embarks on the historic Camino de Santiago pilgrimage, which passes through La Rioja.
  • “El Faro” (1998) – A Spanish drama film that takes place in a lighthouse located in a fictional coastal town in La Rioja. It explores themes of love, isolation, and redemption.
  • “Los santos inocentes” (1984) – Based on the novel by Miguel Delibes, this classic Spanish film includes scenes shot in various locations in La Rioja. It portrays the hardships faced by a poor family working on a wealthy estate.
  • “El viaje a ninguna parte” (1986) – Set in the world of traveling theatre troupes during the 1940s, this film includes scenes shot in Logroño, the capital city of La Rioja.
  • “Gordos” (2009) – While not entirely set in La Rioja, this Spanish comedy-drama features scenes filmed in a winery in the region. It explores the themes of body image and self-acceptance.
  • “El Cielo Abierto” (2001) – A Spanish drama that tells the story of a young aspiring painter who moves to a rural village in La Rioja to find inspiration and develop his artistic skills.
  • “La dama boba” (2006) – This period drama is set in the 17th century and includes scenes filmed in the historic town of San Millán de la Cogolla, home to UNESCO World Heritage monasteries.
  • “Las cosas del querer” (1989) – A musical film that tells the love story of a singer and a composer during the 1940s. It features scenes filmed in different locations across Spain, including La Rioja.
  • “La sombra del ciprés es alargada” (1990) – Based on the novel by Miguel Delibes, this film includes scenes shot in a rural area of La Rioja. It tells the story of a man haunted by his troubled past.
  • “La fuga de Segovia” (1981) – Although set primarily in Segovia, this film includes a brief scene filmed near the town of Santo Domingo de la Calzada in La Rioja. It portrays the true story of a prison escape during the Spanish dictatorship.
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