Black Bread (Pa negre)

Iconic Agustà Villaronga masterfully directs this gripping film set in the forests of Catalonia after the Civil War.
It tells the story of a child's onerous coming of age and a murderous secret shared amongst the grim adults who surround him.
Award-winning performances, stunning production design and outstanding cinematography make this impressively dark period drama a must-see in this year's program.