Mikel Gurrea's 'Saints' Secures Distribution Ahead of Debut

WHO:

Variety - Mikel Gurrea is the director of the film "Saints."

Deadline - Elastica Films has taken distribution rights in Spain for "Saints."

WHAT:

Variety - "Saints" has been picked up for international distribution by M-Appeal.

Deadline - "Saints" has landed distribution deals ahead of its debut at the San Sebastián Film Festival.

Deadline - The film is set to debut in competition at the San Sebastián Film Festival.

WHERE:

Variety - The film is set in Barcelona's district of Sants, where Mikel Gurrea resides.

Deadline - The film will debut at the San Sebastián Film Festival.

WHEN:

Deadline - "Saints" is scheduled to debut this week at the San Sebastián Film Festival.

WHY:

Variety - Gurrea sought to find fiction close to home, having previously filmed in the woods.

HOW:

Variety - Gurrea's approach involved drawing inspiration from his local environment for the film's narrative.

(UPDATED September 24, 2026 09:59 UTC)

Mikel Gurrea's film "Saints" is set to make its debut this week at the San Sebastián Film Festival, where it will compete for awards. Elastica Films has secured the distribution rights for Spain, while M-Appeal has picked up international distribution, highlighting the film's growing reach. Set in Barcelona's district of Sants, Gurrea drew inspiration from his local environment to craft a narrative that resonates closely with his own experiences.