Contracorriente Films is a film distributor and producer established in 2009 in Spain with the mission of becoming one of the leading companies in the Spanish film market. Specializing in European and independent films with potential for a wide audience reach, it has emerged as the top Spanish capital distributor in the cinema market, accumulating over 20 million spectators and achieving a box office revenue surpassing 21 million euros in 2018. The company's catalog boasts over 1,500 titles managed across various platforms including cinemas, television, and Blu-Ray format, featuring classics from renowned directors like Federico Fellini, Jean Renoir, Ingmar Bergman, and
Yasujiro Ozu. Contracorriente Films has also diversified into genres such as family films and art documentaries, in addition to distributing its own productions like Ciudadano Ilustre, La librería, and Litus. Venturing into cinema operations, the company became the primary shareholder of Cines Conde Duque and Verdi chains since 2014. It also hosts the BCN Film Fest at the iconic Cine Verdi in Barcelona, which has rapidly grown to become the country's premier festival specializing in the intersection of film, history, and literature. The most recent investment, a Private Equity Round, was secured on June 15, 2021, with Suma Capital as the investor. Contracorriente Films continues to solidify its position as a prominent player in the entertainment industry, buoyed by its impressive track record and strategic investments.