Spain’s Secuoya Studios Aims for English-Language Projects as It Unveils New Content Strategy

As a seasoned critic with over three decades of experience in the film industry, I find myself intrigued by the ambitious expansion plans of Secuoya Studios, particularly their foray into English-language projects. Having spent the better part of my career immersed in the nuances of international cinema, it’s refreshing to see a studio that is not only embracing but also leveraging the power of multicultural storytelling.


Secuoya Studios in Spain intends to create more projects in English for their revised global approach. In front of a full house at the 4th Iberseries & Platino Industria meeting, CEO Brendan Fitzgerald presented Secuoya Studios’ new executive producers – Mónica Aguirre, Sergio Cánovas, and Juan Carballo – who will manage the company’s international growth strategy.

Based on a Sony Pictures ex-executive’s statement, Secuoya Studios manages its operations using a pod system. In this setup, each executive producer leads a team that includes an executive producer, a head of development, and a fiction coordinator. This structure enables them to have several production lines running concurrently, thereby accelerating timelines without sacrificing quality.

Canovas, head of Stellar Media who also directs shows, contributes a global outlook to the team due to his extensive U.S. work background. Fluently working in English feels second nature to him, and now, partnering with Secuoya, he’s able to create large-scale projects in this language. He’s currently developing a psychological thriller series that unfolds between London and Spain, boasting an international cast that promises to surprise. Furthermore, filming in Spain offers significant tax benefits, according to him. The main actors will primarily be British, with some French and Spanish performers also joining the cast.

Fitzgerald mentioned that it’s likely they will reveal additional information within the next six months, once they finalize the actors involved.

Fitzgerald mentioned their intent to adopt a language-neutral approach, starting with English initially, if possible,” he noted, also mentioning they were considering a new job opportunity in the United Kingdom.

As I embark on my journey with Secuoya Studios, I find myself focusing primarily on Spain, Latin America, and the United Kingdom. These three regions serve as our core foundation, and I’m eager to seek out captivating, commercially viable content that resonates with viewers. Once we’ve successfully sold five to six series annually, I believe we can expand our horizons and delve into diverse storytelling landscapes.

As a dedicated cinephile, I’ve recently joined Secuoya Studios and can attest to their invaluable role. They provide a unique environment that nurtures projects that are intricate and challenging – the kind that might struggle elsewhere. It’s not merely about production and distribution, but also about time. Time, which is an essential ingredient in crafting complex narratives.

Black Sheep Productions’ founder, Aguirre, aspires to boost the studio’s influence across Latin America. He explains, “Our goal is to discover local projects that can thrive on a global scale. We dream of stories originating from Mexico or Colombia striking a chord in various regions. The appeal of Secuoya lies in its readiness to take risks, blending established large IPs with daring and thought-provoking narratives.

Apart from Aguirre, there’s an obvious excitement radiating about our current ventures as she shared, “We’re seeing substantial advancements with tales we deeply care for. The support of a production company that isn’t afraid to take chances and lets us preserve our creative autonomy is priceless.

As I concluded my talk, I made it clear where I saw our esteemed Secuoya Studios headed: “Aiming to be Spain’s most inviting hub for creative talents within the next year.

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2024-10-04 16:16