The ocean in images: CIMASUB’s photographic exhibitions fill San Sebastián with underwater life

This November, San Sebastián will dive into the depths of the ocean thanks to the CIMASUB 2025 photography exhibitions, which will transform the city into a veritable showcase of the beauty and diversity of the underwater world.

‘The truth before your eyes’ in the trailer for CIMASUB 2025 in San Sebastián

The Donostia-San Sebastián International Underwater Film Festival (CIMASUB) is thrilled to present the official trailer for its 49th edition, offering a sneak peek at what promises to be a unique cinematic experience that will take audiences on a journey to explore the immensity of the ocean and its secrets.

The official program for CIMASUB 2025 is here! Discover everything that awaits you at the 49th edition.

The Donostia-San Sebastián International Underwater Film Festival (CIMASUB) presents the complete program for its 49th edition, to be held this November. An unmissable event for lovers of the sea, nature, and underwater imagery.

Although I’m not Basque by birth, everything I do has Basque roots; I feel at home here and want to reflect that in my stories

Director Gastón Haag presents ‘Tragedium’, his absurd sci‑fi comedy that blends humour, horror and fantasy. After a successful run at over 60 festivals and winning 17 awards, Haag will bring his short film to the Brigadoon section at Sitges, cementing his work as a fresh and original take within genre cinema.

We now know the winners of CIMASUB 2025! The sea takes centre stage once again in an unforgettable edition.

CIMASUB 2025 has announced its official winners, and with them we celebrate an edition that has made us dream, dive and thrill to every story screened. This year, the festival reminds us once again why underwater cinema is a unique window onto the wonder and beauty of the oceans.

Cimasub Tour 24/25: October arrives packed with underwater films, photography, and activities for all ages

Autumn is immersed in unique images thanks to the Cimasub Tour 24/25, which this October will visit different locations in Bizkaia and Gipuzkoa with a varied program combining underwater cinema, photographic exhibitions, and educational activities for schoolchildren.

Basque cinema triumphs at the SSIFF!

The 73rd edition of the San Sebastian International Film Festival closes with excellent news for Basque cinema: 'Sundays', by Alauda Ruiz de Azúa, has won the festival’s highest honour, the coveted Golden Shell

The 55 selected film of the BBK Mendi Film Bilbao Bizkaia 2025

45 films will compete this year in the Official Section of the BBK Mendi Film Bilbao Bizkaia festival, from December 5th to the 14th. These are films about mountains, adventure, extreme sports and nature, all recent productions, no more than two years old. A total of 226 films have been submitted directly to participate in Bilbao. This is the same number as last year; equalling Mendi Film's all-time high. A total of 226 films submitted direct applications to participate in Bilbao. This is the same number as last year, matching the highest number ever for Mendi Film.

“One of the driving forces behind the project was to convey to younger generations the social strength of those mobilisations”

“Being selected in such a special setting as the San Sebastian Film Festival is undoubtedly a real privilege”

“I’m not looking for people to love Eloy de la Iglesia, but to understand him”

September 15, last call! Submit your entries to the CIMASUB 2025 contest.

The deadline to participate in the Donostia-San Sebastián International Underwater Film Festival (CIMASUB) 2025 is fast approaching. Hurry! If you haven't submitted your work yet, remember that September 15 is the deadline to submit your entries and be part of this prestigious event that celebrates the beauty and importance of the oceans through audiovisual art.

“I believe the film seeks compassion, tolerance, love and respect for those who choose a different path.”

“For us, it was crucial to speak about this part of our recent history to ensure it is not forgotten and does not happen again”

“If ‘8’ is watched without thinking, only feeling, it ignites something deep within”

“With 'Go!azen', I believe we’ve helped people speak Basque beyond the classroom”

“I wouldn’t change a single frame"

“Oraingoz izen gabe’ hasn’t become outdated; it feels like it was made today”

The San Sebastian Festival, an incomparable showcase for Basque cinema

“Viewing Euskal Herria from the air offers us a completely different way of approaching our territory

The nine-part documentary series Euskal Herria Hegan, directed by Lorea Pérez de Albéniz and Javi Gutiérrez Pereda, invites us to rediscover the historical, cultural, and natural richness of the Basque Country from a unique perspective: from the air. The first episode, focused on Gipuzkoa, will premiere as part of the EITB Gala at the 73rd San Sebastian Film Festival, offering audiences an audiovisual experience combining stunning aerial imagery, symphonic music composed specifically for the series, and live performances by local artists.