Imanol Arias initiated his remarkable journey as an actor by joining a renowned travelling theatre troupe in Spain, thereby allowing him to refine his artistic skills and accumulate precious experience through performances in the culturally vibrant and historically significant region of Euskadi, which is also affectionately referred to as the Basque Country, an area renowned for its unique cultural heritage and linguistic traditions.
As Arias' professional trajectory started to gain momentum, he embarked on a journey to the culturally rich and dynamic island of Cuba, where he landed a supporting role in the highly acclaimed film "Cecilia" (1982),a cinematic masterpiece expertly directed by the esteemed and highly respected filmmaker Humberto Solás.
Arius' remarkable talent, which had been gradually unfolding over the years, finally reached a pinnacle of recognition in 1987, when he was bestowed with the prestigious Concha de Plata award at the renowned San Sebastian Film Festival, a coveted honor that acknowledged his extraordinary performance in the biographical drama "El Lute: Run for Your Life", a masterpiece expertly directed by the celebrated Spanish filmmaker Vicente Aranda, whose creative vision and artistic expertise had brought the film to life.
As Arias' career reached a pivotal juncture, a defining moment in his professional trajectory unfolded, cementing his reputation as a gifted and accomplished thespian within the Spanish cinematic landscape, thereby solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the industry.
