Walter Salles’ I’m Still Here Triumphs at the 2025 Platino Awards

Brazilian filmmaker Walter Salles dominated this year’s Platino Awards in Madrid, where I’m Still Here emerged as the evening’s top winner. Salles received the awards for Best Director and Best Ibero-American Fiction Film, solidifying his celebrated reputation across the Ibero-American film and television industry.

Standout Acting Performances Recognized

Among the night’s major honors, Fernanda Torres earned Best Actress for her acclaimed role in I’m Still Here, adding another significant achievement to her already distinguished career. Eduard Fernández was named Best Actor for his performance in Marco, while Daniel Fanego won Best Supporting Actor for his role in Luis Ortega’s Kill the Jockey. Clara Segura took home Best Supporting Actress for her performance in El 47.

Technical Excellence Celebrated

Pedro Almodóvar’s English-language debut, The Room Next Door, made a strong showing, picking up two major technical awards. Edu Grau was honored for Best Cinematography, and Alberto Iglesias received the award for Best Original Score.

Eva Longoria Honored with Special Award

Eva Longoria, known for her roles in Desperate Housewives and Only Murders in the Building, received the prestigious Platino Honorary Award. The surprise presentation came from fellow Latina star Sofía Vergara, who praised Longoria’s philanthropic work and enduring influence.

“Eva, you’re the best. Everything you’ve done, with your foundation, for the children you’ve helped, for the people you’ve helped — I mean, you deserve this award,” Vergara said.

Accepting the honor, Longoria expressed deep gratitude to Spain and reflected on her heritage. “I love being here, especially in this country that I’ve loved so much for many years,” she said. “Whenever I’m here, in Spain, I feel at home, I feel happy, I feel protected, honestly.”

Longoria also shared a heartfelt message about her roots and pride in representing Hispanic women in Hollywood:
“I was born in Texas. I’m Mexican-American. I have Spanish blood in my veins. Since I started my career in 1998, I dreamed of proudly representing my countries, honoring Hispanic women, and showing that we are hardworking, passionate, humane, and good-hearted people. Today, the world needs more of that spirit.”

Full List of 2025 Platino Awards Winners

Best Ibero-American Fiction Film
I’m Still Here, Walter Salles

Best Ibero-American Comedy Film
Idol Affair, Teresa Bellón and César F. Calvillo

Best Director
Walter Salles, I’m Still Here

Best Supporting Actor
Daniel Fanego, Kill the Jockey

Best Supporting Actress
Clara Segura, El 47

Best Screenplay
Amelia Mora and Arantxa Echevarría, The Infiltrator

Best Original Music
Alberto Iglesias, The Room Next Door

Best Performance by an Actor in a Miniseries or Television Series
Claudio Cataño, One Hundred Years of Solitude

Best Performance by an Actress in a Miniseries or Television Series
Candela Peña, The Asunta Case

Best Performance by an Actor in a Miniseries or Television Series
Jairo Camargo, One Hundred Years of Solitude

Best Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Television Series
Carmen Maura, Land of Women

Best Animated Film
Black Butterflies, David Baute

Best Documentary Feature
The Echo, Tatiana Huezo

Best Ibero-American Fiction Debut
The Dog Thief, Vinko Tomicic

Best Editing Direction
Victoria Lammers, The Night Shift

Best Art Direction
Eugenio Caballero and Carlos Y. Jacques, Pedro Páramo

Best Cinematography
Edu Grau, The Room Next Door

Best Sound Direction
Diana Sagrista, Alejandro Castillo, Eva Valiño, Antonin Dalmasso, Second Prize

Best Cinema and Education in Values
Memoirs of a Burning Body, Antonella Sudasassi

Best Ibero-American Miniseries or Television Series
One Hundred Years of Solitude

Best Male Performance
Eduard Fernández, Marco

Best Female Performance
Fernanda Torres, I’m Still Here

Best Creator of a Miniseries or Television Series
Vicente Amorim, Fernando Coimbra, Luiz Bolognesi and Patrícia Andrade, Senna

Platinum Honor Award 2025
Eva Longoria