Enrique Cerezo, Honored by Spanish Cinema
The Spanish film world celebrated Enrique Cerezo, president of Atlético de Madrid, who received the Gold Medal 2025 from the Film Academy in an emotional event in Madrid.
Surrounded by friends and personalities, Cerezo was celebrated for his immense contribution to Spanish cinema, especially for his work in digitizing and restoring an extensive catalog of classics.
The gala was attended by prominent figures from the political and cinematographic spheres, who wanted to show their affection and admiration for the producer, distributor, president of EGEDA, and creator of FlixOlé.
Visibly moved, Cerezo thanked the award, highlighting the importance of cinema as art and collective memory, something that deserves to be cared for and shared. He recalled his beginnings in the film world, from his first screenings at school to his work as a camera assistant.
He emphasized the importance of recovering and preserving Spanish cinematographic heritage, a task he undertook with passion by acquiring the rights to thousands of films. Cerezo confessed that film restoration is an arduous and costly process, but essential to prevent the loss of history.
His extensive catalog has thousands of Spanish titles, ensuring that future generations can enjoy this legacy. He ended his speech with a heartfelt “long live cinema,” receiving an ovation from those present, recognizing his career and dedication to the seventh art.
