Brazilian Secret Agent and Argentine The Eternaut shine at 13th Platino Awards
The 13th Platino Awards celebrated Ibero-American cinema and television in a grand ceremony this year. Organised by EGEDA and FIPCA, alongside FIACINE, the event recognised talent across 36 categories—12 more than in 2025. Hosts Carlos Torres and Cayetana Guillén-Cuervo led the evening, featuring live performances from artists like Camilo, María Becerra, and Manuel Carrasco. The Brazilian film Secret Agent dominated the night, taking home four major awards: Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Screenplay. Its lead, Wagner Moura, dedicated his prize to a close friend, calling him a genius and a great companion.
The Argentine series The Eternaut also stood out, winning Best Miniseries or TV Series, Best Actor, and Best Creator. Meanwhile, Paulina Gaitán earned Best Actress for her role in The Dead Girls, a drama inspired by the infamous Las Poquianchis case. She described the project as a career-defining moment.
Spain’s Deaf claimed Best First Feature, with director Eva Libertad using her speech to honour the Deaf women whose stories shaped the film. She also thanked the wider Ibero-American Deaf community for their support. This year’s Platino Awards expanded its reach, honouring more categories than ever before. The winners included both established names and rising talents, reflecting the diversity of Ibero-American storytelling. The ceremony closed with performances from Tony Grox & Lucycalys, rounding off a night of celebration.
