The historical Filmmaking Jayan de Xàbia a new stage begins, marked by its commitment to crop with social impact and emotional well-being. It will do so this coming May 9th with the charity premiere of the documentary 'The Pilgrim's Way'.
The iconic Xabi cinema, founded by Jaime and Angelita —from whose name the acronym 'Ja y An' originates—, continues to consolidate itself as a reference space for the independent films in their original version and for cultural initiatives linked to thought, reflection and community.
Currently managed by different generations of the family Català-Ortuño, the Jayan keeps alive its essence of «village cinema", supporting projects that foster social connection and access to diverse cultural offerings. Along these lines, it has recently joined initiatives such as Wilder Cinema and continues to promote events like the Marere Film Fest.
The new proposal will arrive next Saturday 9 from May to 11: 00 hours with the premiere of the documentary 'The Pilgrim's Way', a production of the Sakya FoundationDirected by Francisco Cauterucci, which invites the viewer to reflect on faith, service, and the search for personal meaning.
The work poses a universal question: 'What leads a person to renounce everything familiar to embrace a path of faith and service?', developing an intimate and visual journey that connects human experience with spirituality and inner growth.
The screening will also feature a special appearance by Venerable Khenpo Rinchen Gyaltsen, Buddhist teacher and director of the Paramita project, whose work focuses on bringing the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism closer to the society figure.
The event will have a three-part format: first, the documentary will be screened in its entirety, then there will be a colloquium with the Buddhist master and some of the protagonistsFinally, a space for questions and shared reflection with the attending public will be opened.
Furthermore, the event will serve to publicly present the social and emotional vision driving this new phase of Cine Jayan. In this context, Elena Català Ortuño, a psychiatrist and head of the Mental Health Service of Dénia, as well as granddaughter of the founders of cinema, will highlight the role of the seventh art as a tool to awaken emotions, strengthen bonds and promote introspection in a society marked by speed and emotional disconnection.
The organizers emphasize that all the money raised during the event will be used for charitable purposes linked to the organizing foundation.
