Sit back, relax and soak up some Spanish action

Spain is a regular favourite with filmmakers, attracted by the architecture, the rugged inland countryside and, of course, the stunning coast.
These are three of our favourites for a warm summer evening:

Vicky Christina Barcelona - Woody Allen
Filmed in, you guessed it, Barcelona, this funny, romantic comedy-drama stars Javier Bardem, Penelope Cruz and Scarlett Johansson.
Love and tension follow when two young American women spend a summer in the city and meet an older Spanish artist who has his eye on both of them.
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The Way - Emilio Estevez
A father, played by Martin Sheen, receives terrible news that results in him going to Spain to walk the Camino de Santiago. What results is a moving story of friendships, courage and hope.
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Open Your Eyes - Alejandro Amenábar
Starring Penelope Cruz, this is one of the most critically acclaimed Spanish films of the last 20 years. It was remade as the less than brilliant Vanilla Sky. A film full of dark mysteries and forgotten memories. The setting on the mediterranean makes it worth a watch, the engaging story seals the deal.
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