In this week’s edition, we look at how Spain turned into the 'Hollywood of Europe' while locals became extras in their own cities.
Alex Dunham - alex.dunham@thelocal.com
Updated: Sat 5 Sep 2026 11:38 CET
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Woody Allen's next film in Spain will begin shooting entirely in Madrid in October 2026, one of dozens of productions in the Spanish capital this year. (Photo by LLUIS GENE / AFP)
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