acontra+ launches free film series in preparation for Pope's visit to Spain

On the occasion of the historic visit of the Pope Leo XIV to Spain next June 2026, the platform “against”announced the launch of «Alza la mirada», an audiovisual itinerary designed for parishes, schools and Christian communities. The initiative seeks to offer spaces for reflection and encounter through cinema in order to prepare spiritually for this event.

The series, which is completely free of charge, will run for six weeks, from May 18 to June 28, 2026. The program consists of six selected films that follow the thematic blocks proposed by the Spanish Episcopal Conference (CEE), accompanied by didactic materials for dialogue.

Six weeks of cinema and faith

The itinerary includes titles ranging from current documentaries to major international productions, highlighting two exclusive premieres:

1. Week 1 (May 18-24): “Barefoot”An approach to the Hakuna phenomenon and its impact on youth spirituality today.
2. Week 2 (May 25-31): “Land of Mary” - The investigation of the Juan Manuel Cotelo on Marian testimonies throughout the world.
3. Week 3 (June 1-7): “Pray for Me: The Story of Francis” - Exclusive new release. An unpublished documentary with archival footage about Pope Francis.
4. Week 4 (June 8-14): “The Chosen” (Episodes 1 and 2, T1) - The hit series that explores the humanity of the disciples and their encounter with Jesus.
5. Week 5 (June 15-21): “The Time of Montserrat” - Exclusive novelty. A documentary filmed over four years on the inner life of the Catalan monastery.
6. Week 6 (June 22-28): “The King of Kings” - The closing of the cycle, based on Charles Dickens' account of the life of Jesus.

Registration and access

The organization stresses that the Pope's visit «is not only prepared with practical information, but also with a look, silence and beauty». For this reason, they have set up a free registration system on their platform so that any interested community can access the contents on a weekly basis.