Premiere of “The Great Amir and Donna Maria” held to acclaim in Madrid
April 26, 2026. 12:00 • 3 min
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MADRID, April 26. /Dunyo IA/. The premiere of the feature film “The Great Amir and Donna Maria by Uzbek filmmakers took place at the Palacio de Hielo cinema in the Spanish capital, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.
The screening was organized by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Spain in cooperation with the Cinematography Agency of Uzbekistan, with the support of “Casa Asia” - a prominent organization playing a key role in fostering dialogue between Spain and Asian countries.
The event brought together representatives of the diplomatic corps, cultural circles and the general public. The film was presented as part of an international cultural project dedicated to the 690th anniversary of the birth of Amir Temur.
In his speech, the Ambassador of Uzbekistan Farrukh Tursunov, emphasized that the project reflects the historical ties between Uzbekistan and Spain, dating back to the era of Amir Temur and demonstrates the development of diplomatic relations during that period.
The screenwriter, renowned author Khayriddin Sultanov, noted that the film is the result of years of collaboration by an international creative team involving specialists from various countries. He emphasized the symbolism of holding the premiere in Spain, recalling the centuries-old ties between the two nations, including the historic mission of the Castilian ambassador, Ruy González de Clavijo, to the court of Amir Temur.
According to the author, the film's artistic concept is based on a blend of historical sources and creative interpretation, with a focus on themes of freedom, human dignity and mutual respect between cultures. Special attention is given to a modern storyline that explores the significance of historical memory and its influence on the formation of personality.
The event also featured speeches by the film's director Yolkin Tuychiev, and the leading actress who played Donna Maria, Jessica May. They expressed their gratitude to the project's creators and noted that participating in such a large-scale international film was a great honor for them.
The premiere took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The audience highly praised the film, highlighting its deep historical context, powerful acting, and the relevance of the themes it explored.
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