SAN SEBASTIÁN, Spain, Sept. 24 - For over half a century, Spain's film community has gathered here each fall to honor the subversive power of cinema.
But judging by the opening gala for the 52nd San Sebastián International Film Festival on Sept. 17, that claim might seem dubious. Roaring crowds welcomed Woody Allen, Pedro Almodóvar and a parade of stars along a red carpet into the gleaming, custom-designed Kursaal Center.
The glitter generated by figures like Mr. Allen, Annette Bening and Jeff Bridges (this year's Donostia career achievement award recipients) easily concealed the festival's innovative spirit, just as this Basque city's physical beauty often belies its audacious political character.
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Dear Megan, How lovely would it be to visit San Sebastian right now? I think we should go there instead. Write soon! xoxo, Renee
But judging by the opening gala for the 52nd San Sebastián International Film Festival on Sept. 17, that claim might seem dubious. Roaring crowds welcomed Woody Allen, Pedro Almodóvar and a parade of stars along a red carpet into the gleaming, custom-designed Kursaal Center.
The glitter generated by figures like Mr. Allen, Annette Bening and Jeff Bridges (this year's Donostia career achievement award recipients) easily concealed the festival's innovative spirit, just as this Basque city's physical beauty often belies its audacious political character.
www.nytimes.com
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Dear Megan, How lovely would it be to visit San Sebastian right now? I think we should go there instead. Write soon! xoxo, Renee
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