# Igor Legarreta's 'The Blind Ants' Premieres at San Sebastián

> Igor Legarreta's coastal western 'The Blind Ants' premieres at San Sebastián film festival.
- Title: Igor Legarreta's 'The Blind Ants' Premieres at San Sebastián
- Summary: Igor Legarreta's coastal western 'The Blind Ants' premieres at San Sebastián film festival. Igor Legarreta's third film 'The Blind Ants' premieres at San…
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- Source: Variety — https://variety.com/2026/film/global/igor-legarreta-the-blind-ants-san-sebastian-lamia-lazona-1236862823
- Author: Roberto Prieto
- Published: 2026-09-19T05:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: igor legarreta, the blind ants, san sebastian film festival, basque country, 1930s, coastal western, zinemira section, irizar award, entertainment, culture
## World Premiere
The Blind Ants had its world premiere on Sept. 18 at the 74th San Sebastián International Film Festival.
## Zinemira Section
The film is part of the Zinemira section, dedicated to Basque productions, competing for the Irizar Award for Basque Cinema.
## Spanish Theaters Release
It will be in Spanish theaters on Oct. 9, distributed by Buena Vista International Spain.
## 1930s Basque Setting
Set in the Basque Country in 1930, the film tells the story of an English ship stranded during a violent storm.
## Coal Rescue Mission
The local people of Algorta scramble to rescue coal from the ship to survive a harsh winter.
## Tragic Consequences
Their decision leads to tragic consequences that change them forever.
## Key takeaway

Igor Legarreta's third film 'The Blind Ants' premieres at San Sebastián, set in 1930s Basque Country.