According to Variety, Spanish filmmakers are experiencing a remarkable surge in global prominence. Over the past two years, Spanish directors have contributed more films to the Cannes Festival's main competition than any other country—five in total. That dominance has translated to streaming: Prime Video recently announced Spain as its top non-English export force, rivaling major film-producing nations in global viewership.

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