Impulso Morelia: Tatiana Huezo’s ‘Galerna’ Takes Top José María Riba Award, With ‘Homeboys’ Another Key Winner
“Galerna,” a fiction feature from Mexico’s Tatiana Huezo, has snagged the top prize at Impulso Morelia, the pix-in-post industry section of the 10-day Morelia Film Festival, which wraps Oct. 25. The José Maria Riba Award, presented by Cinépolis Distribution and Profest 2026, best
Impulso Morelia, a key industry section of the Morelia Film Festival, has announced its top winners, with Tatiana Huezo's fiction feature "Galerna" taking home the prestigious José María Riba Award. This award, presented by Cinépolis Distribution and Profest 2026, is a significant recognition of emerging talent in the film industry. "Galerna"'s win highlights the growing influence of Mexican filmmakers on the global cinema scene.
The success of "Galerna" and another key winner, "Homeboys", underscores the importance of Impulso Morelia as a platform for showcasing innovative and bold filmmaking. As a pix-in-post industry section, Impulso Morelia provides a unique opportunity for filmmakers to connect with industry professionals, secure funding, and gain exposure for their projects. The Morelia Film Festival, now in its 10th year, has established itself as a hub for Latin American cinema, and Impulso Morelia is a vital part of its ecosystem.
As the film industry continues to evolve, it's exciting to see emerging talent like Tatiana Huezo and the team behind "Galerna" and "Homeboys" pushing boundaries and taking risks. What's next to watch is how these filmmakers will build on this momentum and continue to innovate in their future projects. With the Morelia Film Festival wrapping up on October 25, film enthusiasts and industry professionals alike will be keeping an eye on these winners and the exciting new projects that will surely follow.
Originally reported by variety.com. FilmNews adds analysis for culture, style & media readers.