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Almodóvar's 'Bitter Christmas' Set for 2026 Premiere

6/11/2025

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Pedro Almodóvar's highly anticipated film, "Bitter Christmas" (Amarga Navidad), is in production across the vibrant landscapes of Madrid and Lanzarote. Centered on Elsa, an advertising director grappling with her mother's passing, this poignant story showcases a powerful female cast. Mark your calendars for its 2026 premiere in Spanish theaters, followed by a streaming release on Movistar Plus+.

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Story summary

Pedro Almodóvar's highly anticipated film, "Bitter Christmas" (Amarga Navidad), is in production across the vibrant landscapes of Madrid and Lanzarote. Centered on Elsa, an advertising director grappling with her mother's passing, this poignant story showcases a powerful female cast. Mark your calendars for its 2026 premiere in Spanish theaters, followed by a streaming release on Movistar Plus+.