Pedro Almodóvar's striking selections for 2009 unravel the radical and cutting-edge Spanish cinema that inspired his own work. For true lovers of Almodóvar or those wishing to see thrilling cinema pushed beyond its boundaries. This is a collection of essential, unmissable films.

"This is the third edition of La Mirada Film Festival and I feel extremely proud of what it has achieved. I hope you would have enjoyed the films chosen so far. I promise you new surprises for this year and for many more to come."

Pedro Almodóvar

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• Poachers
• Bilbao
• Furrows
• Rapture
• My Dearest Senorita