De las salas de arte y ensayo a la cinefilia crítica: el legado del Círculo A
Abstract
This article analyzes Círculo A, a collective that promoted auteur cinema in Barcelona during the Franco regime. Based on interviews with its founders, Jaume Figueras and Antoni Kirchner, the study examines how this group transformed film programming and exhibition, creating a new cultural paradigm. Círculo A circumvented censorship by screening films in their original version and fostering debate. Its 'Enigma Nights' and the unique atmosphere of its cinemas attracted audiences. The success of films such as Bagdad Café (Adlon, 1987) demonstrated the public's interest in alternative cinema. The Círculo A model has inspired contemporary festivals and digital platforms. This article highlights the collective's role in the modernization of cinema in Spain and in shaping a critical cinephile culture.
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