Cuban Artists Angie Hernández and Ulises Hernández Nominated for…

Cuban artists Angie Hernández and Ulises Hernández have been nominated for the prestigious Platino Awards, showcasing their talent in sound design and music composition, respectively. The awards ceremony is set to take place in Madrid on April 27, celebrating significant achievements in Ibero-American film and television.

Cubans Angie Hernández and Ulises Hernández have recently been nominated for the prestigious Platino Awards, a notable event in Ibero-American film and television, scheduled for April 27 at the Ifema Municipal Palace in Madrid, Spain. This marks the twelfth edition of these awards, as reported by the Cubacine Icaic website.

Angie Hernández, a distinguished graduate from the Faculty of Audiovisual Media Arts and the International School of Film and Television in San Antonio de los Baños, is nominated for her sound work in the film “A Night with the Rolling Stones,” directed by Patricia Ramos. The film’s sound nomination competes with works from Spain and Argentina, highlighting the film’s significance in the region.

Hernández’s expertise extends to several documentaries, including “Tren de la Línea Norte” and “La música de las esferas,” among others. She was recently honored with an award at the Ceará Film Festival in Brazil for “La mujer salvaje,” further showcasing her talent in sound design. Her filmography also includes the upcoming project “Estrés” by Marilyn Solaya.

Ulises Hernández is nominated for his composition in the Cuban-Costa Rican film “La invención de las especias,” directed by Tania Hermida. Competing against distinguished composers such as Alberto Iglesias and Gustavo Santaolalla, Ulises has an impressive background in scoring for notable Cuban films, garnering awards both locally and internationally, including the Coral Award for his work on this film.

This years’ nominees for Best Film include standout titles like the Spanish film “La infiltrada” and the Argentine film “El Jockey,” while the series “Cien años de soledad” has been recognized with multiple nominations. Additionally, acclaimed directors Arantxa Echevarría and Pedro Almodóvar are among those vying for top honors.

Since its inception in 2014, the Platino Awards have become a vital platform for promoting Ibero-American cinema, enhancing the visibility of regional projects and fostering high-quality productions, thus celebrating the rich cultural contributions of Spanish and Portuguese-speaking nations.

The upcoming Platino Awards ceremony will honor the remarkable achievements of Cuban artists Angie Hernández and Ulises Hernández in the realm of sound design and music composition, respectively. Their nominations reflect the growing recognition of Ibero-American cinema on an international scale. With esteemed competitors and noteworthy films in contention, the prestigious awards continue to elevate the profile of the region’s cinematic contributions.

Original Source: www.plenglish.com