Edificio Rialto brings back Plácido, one of Luis García Berlanga’s most iconic works, in a special screening as part of the Rafael Azcona Centenary cycle. The 1961 film will be shown in its original 35 mm format—a rarity in today’s cinemas—allowing audiences to appreciate its technical and artistic quality. Screenings take place on 13 and 16 September 2026 at 18:00, with free entry until capacity is reached.
A Spanish cinema classic
Plácido is a social satire that reflects, with irony and rawness, the Spain of the 1960s. Written by Rafael Azcona and directed by Berlanga, the film follows the misadventures of a humble man trying to pay off a debt while caught up in a Christmas charity campaign. Its ensemble cast, led by Cassen and Amparo Soler Leal, and sharp script made it a benchmark of Spanish cinema, earning a nomination for the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar in 1962.
The Rafael Azcona Centenary cycle
This screening is part of a broader tribute to screenwriter Rafael Azcona, a key figure in Spanish cinema and a frequent collaborator of Berlanga. Organised by the Filmoteca de la Generalitat Valenciana, the cycle includes other films written by Azcona, such as El verdugo and La escopeta nacional, and aims to celebrate his legacy on the centenary of his birth. Edificio Rialto, home to the Filmoteca, is the perfect venue for this tribute, thanks to its focus on auteur and classic cinema.
Practical details
- Dates and time: 13 and 16 September 2026, at 18:00.
- Duration: 83 minutes.
- Format: 35 mm.
- Entry: Free until capacity is reached. No reservation required.
- Venue: Edificio Rialto, Plaça de l'Ajuntament, 17, Valencia.
If you love classic cinema or want to discover the work of Berlanga and Azcona, this is a unique opportunity to enjoy Plácido as it was meant to be seen: on the big screen in its original format.
