CineHorizontes Marseille – France 2025

Background & History

CineHorizontes, also known as the Festival de Cinéma Espagnol de Marseille, is a premier showcase of Spanish cinema in France, celebrating its 24th edition from October 7 to 18, 2025. Held annually in Marseille, this festival draws around 10,000 attendees, presenting approximately 50 films, including feature films, documentaries, and short films, with a special emphasis on works by female Spanish filmmakers in 2025.

Since its inception in 2001, it has featured luminaries like Carlos Saura, Álex de la Iglesia, and Carmen Maura, earning its reputation as a cultural highlight of Marseille’s autumn. The festival promotes both established and emerging directors, offering French-subtitled screenings, masterclasses, and cultural events, fostering cross-cultural exchange between France and Spain. Its educational initiatives engage students, making it a vibrant platform for cinematic and academic collaboration.

Festival Highlights

CineHorizontes 2025 offers a rich program, including:

• Around 50 films across genres, with a focus on women’s contributions to Spanish cinema.
• Six competitive categories: Fiction, Documentary, Belle Jeunesse, Prix Lycéen, Short Film, and Audience Award.
• Masterclasses with Spanish filmmakers, offering insights into directing, screenwriting, and production.
• Cultural events, including exhibitions, literary meetings, concerts, and gala evenings with Spanish cinema personalities.
• Educational sessions for schools, featuring morning screenings and workshops for students.
• A screenwriting residency to support young Spanish directors, aiming to establish a Spanish film market.
• Festive gatherings with buffets enhance the social and cultural experience.

Program Details

The 2025 program, while not fully announced, follows the festival’s tradition of diverse screenings and events:

• Fiction and Documentary Films: Curated selections from directors like Icíar Bollaín and emerging talents, shown at Cinéma Le Prado, Les Variétés, and other venues.
• Short Film Competition: Programmed by high school students, showcasing innovative shorts.
• Belle Jeunesse Section: Four films selected for teenagers and young adults, in partnership with Sciences Po Aix and Notre-Dame de Sion high school.
• Prix Lycéen: Student-judged award for films resonating with youth audiences.
• Audience Award: Public voting for favorite films across all categories.
• Educational Day: Hosted at Aix-Marseille University, offering workshops for Spanish teachers and students preparing for the CAPES exam.
• Cuban Window Prelude: A pre-festival event (October 3, 2025, at Les Variétés) featuring Cuban cinema, in collaboration with Aix-Marseille University.
• Artistic Workshops: For young children, including activities like storytelling and film-related crafts.
• Evening Events: Concerts, literary discussions, and buffets with Spanish cultural themes, held at venues like La Baleine and L’Alcazar. The full program will be available on cinehorizontes.com by September 2025.

Date & Duration

Dates: October 7–18, 2025

Duration: 12 days

Programme announcement: Expected September 2025 on cinehorizontes.com

Ticket sales: Pre-sale from September 16, 2025, at cinema box offices and online.

Venues

CineHorizontes 2025 spans multiple cinemas in Marseille and the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region:

• Cinéma Le Prado: Primary venue for screenings and school sessions.
• Les Variétés: Hosts Cuban Window prelude and select screenings.
• Artplexe Canebière: Modern cinema for feature films.
• L’Alhambra: Showcases documentaries and short films.
• La Baleine: Features cultural events and evening gatherings.
• L’Alcazar: Free screenings and community events.
• Outside the Walls Cinemas: 17 additional venues across the region, including Le Chambord and municipal halls like Town Hall 1st/7th.
• Aix-Marseille University: Educational day and workshops. Venues are selected for accessibility and cultural significance, with screenings tailored to each location’s audience.

Main Location Address

Cinéma Le Prado, 36 Avenue du Prado, 13006 Marseille, France

Additional screenings occur at Les Variétés, Artplexe Canebière, L’Alhambra, La Baleine, L’Alcazar, and 17 regional cinemas, with educational events at Aix-Marseille University.

Contact Information

Email: contact@cinehorizontes.com

School sessions: danielle.carbuccia@orange.fr

Website: cinehorizontes.com

Social media: Instagram (cinehorizontes), YouTube (youtube.com/@CineHorizontes)

Box office: Available at Cinéma Le Prado and other venues from September 16, 2025.

Ticket Information

Tickets are available at cinema box offices and online from September 16, 2025.

• Cinéma Le Prado:
  • General Admission: $7.56 (€7)
  • Students: $4.86 (€4.50, one free teacher per 10 students)
  • 5-Session Pass: $28.08 (€26, includes $1.08 fee, non-nominative, non-refundable, requires box office ticket collection)
• Artplexe Canebière: $8.64 (€8)
• L’Alhambra, Les Variétés: Standard cinema prices, typically $5.40–8.64 (€5–8)
• L’Alcazar, Town Hall 1st/7th: Free entry, subject to availability
• Outside the Walls Cinemas: Standard cinema prices, 5-Session Pass not valid
• School sessions: $4.86 (€4.50) per student, bookable via Adage or danielle.carbuccia@orange.fr. Passes do not guarantee entry if venues are full.

Sponsorship Opportunities

CineHorizontes encourages individual and corporate patronage to support its growth:

• Individual Benefits: Tax deduction (66% up to 20% of taxable income, e.g., $216 donation costs $73.44 after $142.56 deduction), named thanks on website, signed poster, free screenings, gala evening invitations, and meals with Spanish cinema personalities.
• Corporate Benefits: Tax deduction (60% up to $21,600 or 0.5% of annual turnover, excess carried forward 5 years), visibility on festival materials, and networking opportunities.
• Goals: Professionalize the festival, create a Spanish film market, invite more personalities, subtitle heritage films, support young directors via screenwriting residency, and expand cultural events (exhibitions, concerts, debates). Contact contact@cinehorizontes.com for patronage details.

Cultural Experience

CineHorizontes celebrates Spanish cinema’s diversity, with 2025 spotlighting women filmmakers like Isabel Coixet and emerging voices. Screenings in French with Spanish subtitles make films accessible, while masterclasses with directors foster dialogue.

The Cuban Window prelude highlights cultural exchange, and student involvement in competitions like Belle Jeunesse engages youth. Evening events feature Spanish music, tapas buffets, and literary discussions, reflecting Marseille’s Mediterranean vibe. Venues like L’Alcazar connect screenings to the city’s cultural heritage, encouraging exploration of Marseille’s Vieux-Port and vibrant arts scene.

Educational Initiatives

The festival prioritizes youth engagement:

• School Sessions: Morning screenings at Cinéma Le Prado (excluding Wednesdays and weekends) for students, priced at $4.86, with one free teacher per 10 students.
• Belle Jeunesse: Four films selected for teens, judged by students from Sciences Po Aix and Notre-Dame de Sion.
• Short Film Competition: Programmed and judged by high school students.
• Educational Day: Workshops at Aix-Marseille University for Spanish teachers and CAPES students, featuring guests like Casa Velásquez directors.
• Artistic Workshops: Storytelling and crafts for young children since 2023.
• Student Work: Includes videos, podcasts, and journals (e.g., 2023 CEAL podcast, 2021 Sciences Po journal), showcased on cinehorizontes.com.

Accessibility

Venues like Cinéma Le Prado and Les Variétés offer accessible seating and facilities. Students and teachers benefit from discounted or free entry for school sessions. Free screenings at L’Alcazar and Town Hall on 1st/7th enhance inclusivity, subject to availability. Contact danielle.carbuccia@orange.fr for school session accessibility needs.

Getting There

Cinéma Le Prado (36 Avenue du Prado) is accessible via:

• Metro: Line 2, Prado Rond-Point stop, 5-minute walk.
• Bus: Lines 19, 41, or 83 to Prado Perier.
• Car: Limited parking; use public transport. Other venues like Les Variétés and L’Alhambra are near Vieux-Port, accessible by metro (Line 1) or tram. Marseille Provence Airport (25 km) connects via shuttle or train to Saint-Charles Station, then metro to venues. Check ratp.fr for routes.

Sustainability Initiatives

CineHorizontes partners with local venues to minimize environmental impact, encouraging public transport to screenings. Digital ticketing reduces paper waste, and cultural events promote sustainable practices through discussions on social issues. The festival’s compact venue network in Marseille supports walkability.

Accommodation Options

Marseille offers accommodations near Cinéma Le Prado:

• Luxury: InterContinental Marseille – Hotel Dieu (1 Place Daviel), from $200/night.
• Mid-range: NH Collection Marseille (37 Boulevard des Dames), from $120/night.
• Budget: Ibis Budget Marseille Prado (35 Boulevard Rabatau), from $60/night.
• Boutique: C2 Hôtel (48 Rue Roux de Brignoles), from $150/night. Book early via booking.com or marseille-tourisme.com, especially during the festival.