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Ángeles González-Sinde
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At the 59th San Sebastián International Film Festival in 2011
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| Minister of Culture | |
| In office 7 April 2009 – 22 December 2011 |
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| Prime Minister | José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero |
| Preceded by | César Antonio Molina |
| Succeeded by | José Ignacio Wert |
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Ángeles González-Sinde Reig
7 April 1965 Madrid, Spain |
| Political party | Independent |
| Alma mater | Complutense University |
| Occupation | Screenwriter, Film director |
Ángeles González-Sinde Reig (born 7 April 1965) is a Spanish scriptwriter, film director, and politician. She served as the Minister of Culture for the Spanish government. This role lasted from April 2009 to December 2011. During her time as minister, some people on the internet disagreed with her views. This was because she was against sharing files online without permission. Also, some felt she had close ties to the film industry. A law passed in December 2011 to protect creators' rights is often called the "Sinde Law." This is because she was a main supporter of it.
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About Ángeles González-Sinde
Ángeles González-Sinde Reig was born on April 7, 1965. Her father, José María González-Sinde, Sr., founded an important film academy. Her brother, José María González-Sinde, Jr., also works in the film world.
Her Education and Early Career
González-Sinde studied Classics at the Complutense University of Madrid. Later, she earned a master's degree in Cinema Scriptwriting. She studied at the AFI Conservatory in Los Angeles, USA.
Before becoming a minister, she led a major film organization. She was president of the Academia de las Artes y las Ciencias Cinematográficas de España (AACCE). This is the Spanish Academy of Arts and Cinematographic Sciences. She held this position from December 2006 to April 2009.
Becoming Minister of Culture
In April 2009, Ángeles González-Sinde became the Minister of Culture. This decision caused some discussion among Spanish internet users. Groups like the Asociacion de Internautas (Internet Users Association) shared their concerns.
They worried that her personal connections to film businesses might make it hard for her to be fair. They felt there could be a "conflict of interest." This means her personal ties might affect her decisions as a government official.
In June 2020, she was chosen for another important role. She became the president of the Royal Board of Trustees for the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. This is a famous art museum. This position, like the vice-president role held by Beatriz Corredor, is unpaid.
Her Work in Film
Ángeles González-Sinde has worked on many films. She has directed some and written scripts for many others.
Films She Directed
- La suerte dormida (2003)
- Madrid 11M: Todos íbamos en ese tren (2004)—«Como los demás»
- Una palabra tuya (2008)
- El comensal (2022)
Films She Wrote Scripts For
- La casa de los líos —television series (1 episode, 1996).
- La buena estrella (1997), by Ricardo Franco.
- Lágrimas negras (1998), by Ricardo Franco.
- Segunda piel (1999), by Gerardo Vera.
- Las razones de mis amigos (2000), by Gerardo Herrero.
- Antigua vida mía (2001), by Héctor Olivera.
- Cuéntame cómo pasó—television series (2001).
- El misterio Galíndez (2003), by Gerardo Herrero.
- Manolito Gafotas (2004), by Antonio Merecero.
- La suerte dormida (2003).
- La vida que te espera (2004), by Manuel Gutiérrez Aragón.
- La puta y la ballena (2004), by Luis Puenzo.
- Madrid 11M: Todos íbamos en ese tren (2004), by several directors.
- Entre vivir y soñar (2004), by Alfonso Albacete and David Menkes.
- Heroína (2005), by Gerardo Herrero.
- Los aires difíciles (2006), by Gerardo Herrero.
- Todos estamos invitados (2007), by Manuel Gutiérrez Aragón.
- Una palabra tuya (2008).
- Mentiras y Gordas (2009).
Awards and Recognition
Ángeles González-Sinde has received several awards for her work in film.
- Goya Award for Best Original Screenplay for La buena estrella (1997). This award is for the best original script.
- Goya Award for Best New Director for La suerte dormida (2003). This award recognizes new directors.
- Prize Turia for Best New Work for La suerte dormida (2003).
- XX Festival de Cine Español de Málaga, Best Script for Heroína (2005).
- Premio Planeta de Novela, runner-up for her novel El buen hijo.
See also
In Spanish: Ángeles González-Sinde para niños
