What’s being screened
The inauguration of the 41st Mostra de València-Cinema del Mediterrani features the feature film «El mal padre», directed by Valencian filmmaker Roberto Bueso, as announced on the festival’s website. The event kicks off an edition running from 3 to 15 November 2026, with venues including Palau de la Música, Galería del Tossal, Filmoteca, and Cines Babel.
The session is presented as a gala: Palau de la Música confirms the attendance of the film’s artistic team. This edition includes titles in the Official Section and Xaloc, nominees for the Lola Gaos Awards, and films competing for the Audience Award.
Gala schedule
The opening gala at Sala Iturbi begins with doors opening at 18:00, a photocall at 18:30, and the gala starting at 19:00. Palau de la Música notes that the programme may be subject to changes.
How to get tickets
Invitations for the 41st Mostra’s inauguration are free and will be distributed on 3 November from 10:00, both online via Palau’s website and at its box office. A maximum of 2 tickets per person is allowed, and they are issued until capacity is reached.
Check how to get there on the Palau de la Música venue page.





