249. La noche en que una becaria encontró a Emiliano Revilla

On October 30, 1988, the businessman Emiliano Revilla had been kidnapped by ETA for 249 days. After more than eight months of captivity, hopes of liberation were increasingly scarce and very few journalists were still standing guard at the employer's house. María José Sáez, a young editor, formerly of the EFE Agency, was the only one who was close to the house on the night of October 30th.

Directed by Luis María Ferrández, 249. La noche en que una becaria encontró a Emiliano Revilla leans on a strong ensemble — Macarena Gómez, Alberto Jiménez, Beatriz Medina — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2016.