The festival closes with top productions at Mercè Rodoreda Theatre in Sant Joan Despí
On Tuesday, February 25, , came to a close after an edition full of emotion, reflection, and inspiring stories, with the special presence of Francesc Vives, Sports Councilor of Sant Joan Despí. The final day featured two school special sessions showcasing the deeper side of sports and the personal challenges athletes face.
Morning screenings at INEFC: the other side of sport
At 11 a.m., INEFC hosted a special session featuring four documentaries that highlighted athletes’ inner struggles beyond their results:
- “Deep into the forest”
- “Mental – The Kenyan School”
- “Soy Futbolista / I am footballer”
- “Ni lobos ni corderos / No wolves no lambs”
These productions explored psychological pressure, family relationships, and the personal growth process within the world of sports.
Final gala at Teatre Mercè Rodoreda
At 7 p.m., the Teatre Mercè Rodoreda in Sant Joan Despí hosted the screening of the festival’s award-winning productions, highlighting the diversity of narratives within the sports world.
The winning productions were:
- “Motorcycle Mary”
- “Just kids”
- “The Skates”
- “In-between”
- “Girls Move Mountains”
- “Always + Positive / Siempre + Positivo”
- “Aerialist / ГИМНАСТКА”
- “Urtain, el ídolo de barro”
These stories deeply moved the audience, showcasing resilience, passion, and the personal challenges faced by athletes worldwide.
A memorable festival closing
With this final day, “And the winner are …” wraps up an edition filled with stories that transcend competition, reinforcing its commitment to sports as a driver of personal and social change. The presence of Francesc Vives highlighted the importance of initiatives like this, which connect audiovisual storytelling and sports as tools for reflection and inspiration.
