Begur is not only a unique place on the Costa Brava for its charm and the beauty of the surrounding landscape, but also a place that stands out for its history, people and culture. This town has been the setting for many films, as well as the refuge of numerous artists.
From Domus Begur we want you to discover everything that this beautiful place has to show you and that makes it a unique place. If what we have told you is to your liking, we invite you to enjoy and rest in one of our houses or villas. Read on to find out more about the history and the close relationship between Begur and the world of cinema.
The history of cinema in Begur
Due to its beauty, calm and uniqueness, Begur has been the setting for several films, but also a refuge and place of inspiration for many artists.
During the 60s and 70s, numerous films were filmed in Begur, using emblematic places in the town as a backdrop and the most iconic Hollywood stars of the time as the main characters.
Here we list those films that were filmed at the end of the century in case you would like to enjoy them:
- Crimen para recién casados (1960) – Director: Pedro Luís Ramírez
- Deadlier tan men (Más peligrosas que los hombres) – Director: Ralph Thomas
- La Dinamita está servida (1968) – Director: Fernando Merino
- Some Girls Ddo (Más peligrosas todavía”) (1969) – Director: Ralph Thomas
- The Protectors (1972-1974) – Serie de televisión
- Últimas tardes con Teresa (1984) – Director: Gonzalo Herralde
- Lo más natural (1990) – Director: Josefina Molina
- Muere, mi vida (1996) – Director: Mar Targarona
- Carreteras secundarias (1997) – Director: Emilio Martínez Lázaro
- Mi casa es tu casa (2002) – Director: Miguel Álvarez
Begur Film Fest
Begur’s relationship with cinema continues to grow thanks to its people, who have managed to create and successfully organise several editions of a festival dedicated to cinema.
The Begur Costa Brava International Film Festival is dedicated to the comedy genre and attracts thousands of film fans every year. The festival, which has already organised eight editions and is held every October, makes Begur the film capital of the Costa Brava.
Take part in this annual cinema event and enjoy the festival while you relax in one of our accommodation for sale or rent.
Gastronomy, music and cinema in Begur
During summer you can continue to enjoy the cinema in Begur with Cinema Brava, the Costa Brava’s drive-in film and music festival. Two editions of this festival have already been held, helping to promote the culture and gastronomy of the area.
An authentic experience that will make you enjoy the cinema and its essence. The best cinema on a large open-air screen to enjoy from the car, along with a varied programme of concerts and monologues accompanied by bar service and food trucks.
As you will have seen, cinema in Begur is past, present, and future, enriching this beautiful corner of the Costa Brava also on a cultural level.
At Domus Begur we want you, in the meantime, to enjoy and rest in the best possible way in a film setting. Make your stay unforgettable in one of the houses, villas or flats of Domus Begur.
