Stories To Stay Awake2021

Director
Rodrigo Cortes, Paula Ortiz, Paco Plaza, Rodrigo Sorogoyen

Actors

Eduard Fernandez (Alberto)
David Verdaguer (Dani)
Miki Esparbe (Andre)
Dani Rovira (Baldo)
Adriana Torrebejano (Olga)
Victoria Luengo (Eva)

Four top Spanish directors bring Chicho Ibanez Serrador’s iconic horror series back to life with a modern cinematic edge.

Chicho Ibanez Serrador’s Stories to Stay Awake revolutionized the Spanish Television landscape back in the 60s. And now, 50 years later, it returns to transform it once again. The rebooted series features genre talents Rodrigo Cortes, Rodrigo Sorogoyen, Paula Ortiz and Paco Plaza who continue in the tradition of the iconic series to explore new cinematic language and unique film narratives. The resurrection of the legendary Spanish horror series entails four standalone episodes that give homage to the past and are on the cutting edge of the future.

“This revival achieves a remarkable hight. Those who didn’t watch the classic series will enjoy, and those who were fans of the old one, will recognize that the essence was kept while a more modern product is offered. Please give us a second season.” – Cine Fantastico

“This new version of Narciso Ibanez Serrador’s series by acclaimed directors of the genre offers everything you would expect from such a resurrection: horror, suspense, intrigue, macabre humor and the necessary talent to enjoy insomnia.” – Cintilatio.com

“Thanks to contributions from Rodrigo Cortes, Paco Plaza, Paula Ortiz and Rodrigo Sorogoyen, four episodes of Chicho Ibanez Serrador’s legendary series take on a dynamic new life 50 years later.” – Cine Europa