---
title: "Black Is Beltza"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/black-is-beltza-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 529221
imdb_id: "tt8512986"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 19
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Black Is Beltza (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/black-is-beltza-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Black Is Beltza is a 2018 adult animated drama film classified under animation, drama, and thriller genres. The film is a directorial debut for Fermin Muguruza, who co-wrote the screenplay alongside Harkaitz Cano and Eduard Sola. The screenplay is based on the graphic novel of the same name created by Muguruza, Cano, and Jorge Alderete. The production is a co-production between Setmagic Audiovisual and Talka Records. The runtime of the film is one hour and twenty-eight minutes. The narrative is set starting in New York City on October 10, 1965. On this date, a group of wooden giant figures from Pamplona representing Basque culture and traditions parade down the street. However, local authorities do not allow the appearance of all the figures due to racial prejudices persisting in many sectors of society, specifically banning the participation of two black giants.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Fermin Muguruza
- **Networks / Studios**: Setmàgic Audiovisual, Talka Records & Films, EiTB

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Unax Ugalde** as *Manex (voice)*
- **Isaach de Bankolé** as *Wilson Clever (voice)*
- **Iseo** as *Amanda Tamayo (voice)*
- **Sergi López** as *Warren Phillips (voice)*
- **Ramon Agirre** as *Xebero (voice)*
- **Jorge Perugorría** as *Sergeant Bravo (voice)*
- **Angelo Moore** as *Rudy (voice)*
- **Maria de Medeiros** as *Amira (voice)*
- **Emma Suárez** as *Laia (voice)*
- **Óscar Jaenada** as *‘Che’ Guevara (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Black Is Beltza online?
Black Is Beltza is currently available to watch or stream on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Black Is Beltza worth watching?
Black Is Beltza holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 19 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Animation, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Black Is Beltza and when was it released?
Black Is Beltza is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2018. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Black Is Beltza?
Black Is Beltza was directed by Fermin Muguruza.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Black Is Beltza — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/529221)
- [Black Is Beltza - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Is_Beltza)
- [Black Is Beltza (2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8512986/fullcredits/)
- [Black Is Beltza (2018) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/529221-black-is-beltza/cast)
- [Where to Watch Black Is Beltza (2018) Online](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/black-is-beltza)

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