# Mexican Film Opens Huelva Festival

> Mexican film 'Soy Mario' opens Iberoamerican cinema festival in Huelva.
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## Mexican Film Opens Festival
Mexican film 'Soy Mario' directed by Sharon Kleinberg opens the 52nd Huelva Iberoamerican Film Festival.
## Film's Background
The film follows a transgender man who must decide what to do with his life after becoming pregnant.
## Film's Recognition
The film won the Maguey Jury Award and the Mezcal Best Actor Prize at the Guadalajara International Film Festival.
## Festival Selection
The film was selected for the Huelva Festival after filling the Gran Teatro, which projects 12 official titles.
## Other Films in Competition
This year's competition includes films from Chile, Colombia, Italy, Argentina, Brazil, Germany, and Mexico, including 'Después de Elena', 'Las flores de Julia', and 'A margem do rio'.
## Historical Context
Brazil's 'La mejor madre del mundo' won the festival in 2025, giving Brazil its ninth major award and narrowing the gap with Argentina.
## Key takeaway

Mexican film 'Soy Mario' directed by Sharon Kleinberg opens the 52nd Huelva Iberoamerican Film Festival.