"El Agente Secreto" and "El Eternauta" Dominate Platino Awards

The XIII edition of the Platino Awards celebrated the best of Ibero-American cinema and television, with Brazil's "El Agente Secreto" and Argentina's "El Eternauta" emerging as the night's biggest winners. This recognition highlights the growing strength and diversity of productions from the region.

"El Agente Secreto" triumphed with seven awards, underscoring its artistic merit and compelling narrative. Director Kleber Mendonça Filho's win for Best Director and Wagner Moura's Best Actor award for his powerful performance are testaments to the film's quality. Moura's absence was felt, but his heartfelt message, read by Mendonça Filho, conveyed the deep artistic bond and mutual admiration between the actor and director.

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Este premio es para Wagner Moura, un gran amigo, un gran actor. Qué placer trabajar con él. Quería compartir con amigos que están aquí y con todas las personas que vieron 'El Agente Secreto'. Fue una aventura

Argentina's "El Eternauta" also made a significant impact, particularly in the television categories. Its success, including Ricardo Darín's Best Actor award, showcases the high caliber of Argentine series production and its ability to captivate audiences across the continent. The inclusion of a career honor for Guillermo Francella further cements the evening's celebration of established talent.

These awards are more than just accolades; they represent a vital platform for Ibero-American creators to gain international recognition and for audiences to discover the rich tapestry of stories being told within the region. The Platino Awards continue to foster a sense of shared cultural identity and artistic excellence.

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Quiero dedicar este premio al portavoz de este mensaje: ese director genio, gran amigo, gran artista, ese hombre guapo y sensual. Te amo, Kleber (Mendonça Filho)