Documentaries 4th Year Journalism

Television Production is a subject taught in the 4th year of Degree in Journalism, focused on the production of videos for social networks. It follows the "service learning" methodology, according to which students develop projects with a double goal: fill in their training and help society. In this case, the videos are made at partnership with local NGOs and associations, which can then use them in their communication campaigns.

'Harvest'

Members: Irune Abadía, Santiago Abadía, Xabier Ardaiz, Juan Balenciaga, Sonsoles Barainca, Valeria Benavides, and Isabella Riera.

The documentary explores the relationships that are woven behind a business , in this case, the J.F. Arriezu winery. Through the testimonies of Esperanza Melero (56) and Pablo Monreal (28), wife and son of the founder José Félix Arriezu (59), we learn about the human dimension of a life devoted to wine and, now, with Pablo's incorporation, the generational handover of this project .

The story focuses on the role of Esperanza, whose presence, although removed from work in the winery, has been decisive in the cohesion and balance of the family, becoming the axis around which José Félix and Pablo articulate all their gratitude.

Attitude with a K

Members: Mario Castroviejo, Lucia Boned, Cristina Barro, Pablo Bini, Iker Canosa, Antonio Cardona, Íñigo Goñi 

History repeats itself. In this documentary, we meet three generations of women from Pamplona who work in the cleaning industry: the grandmother, Carmen; her daughter, María Purificación; and her granddaughter, Kristina. Their story is marked by tradition, humor, and, above all, love. A bequest has been passed down from generation to generation, always with pride. In a world as invisible as that of cleaning, what sets these women apart is their unique way of bringing shine to their work.

Footprint

Members: Andre Quispe, Hombeline Ponsignon, Carlota Pulido, Amaia Recalde, María Fernanda Robledo, Maria Saldaña, Ferran Serveto

María José is blessed because she has family, friends, and work. When she started as a waitress at Chez Belagua, she received attention than her colleagues. She left early, with just enough time to catch a taxi and arrive before eleven o'clock on Calle Santa Lucía, in Pamplona, where freedom stays at the door. Four nights a week. She spent the other nights at her sister's house. But she hasn't talked to her father about that. Nor about everything that led her there. Why explain a mark, perhaps fleeting, whose labels resonate worse than it really was? María José was given a second chance. But she doesn't know how to explain it without worrying the person she cares about most.

Chronicles of a Fail

Members: Miguel de la Hera, Clara Pérez, Sofía Corrales, Camila Echevarría, Juan Cortés, Alejandra Domínguez, and María Ezpeleta

During exam season, every student is a world unto themselves. That's why, through a sarcastic and humorous lens, this documentary sample stereotypes of university students who embody the most common mistakes when dealing with academic stress. However, behind the laughter and exaggeration lies a reflection on a reality: pressure, bad habits, and a lack of balance can have a strong impact on students' mental health.

Face to face

Members: Rodrigo García-Villoslada, Álvaro García-Alarcón, Virgina Gil-Nogués, Íñigo Gil, José María Gratacós, Mariana Guanaes, Mikel Goldarecena Martín 

Pepe, a 20-year-old, lives glued to his cell phone. From the moment he wakes up until he goes to bed, his life unfolds in front of a screen: he chats with friends without really talking to them, checks social media in class even works out without letting go of his phone. One day, Pepe admits that he has a problem: he is addicted to his cell phone. From there, he will try to begin a process of reflection in which, with the financial aid a professional, he will seek to regain control and reconnect with the real world. Told with humor and a visual style inspired by Instagram, the documentary sample everyday story that reflects a modern addiction that many share without realizing it.

The boom in social clubs

Members: Gael Laspalas, Maider Jimenez, Leire Iriarte, Rodrigo Ipas, Nahiara Lapeire, and Goretti Labella

This two-part documentary explores the fine line between a club's stated social activities and the personal, often romantic, agendas of its members.

Critical Mass

Members: Maria Victoria Losa, Viola Lumina, Casilda Zuloaga, Miguel Machuca, Ricardo Mortola, Íñigo Leiva 

This documentary sample a group cyclists and music lovers transform everyday life into something collective on the streets of Pamplona. From the initial confusion of those who encounter this movement, to discovering the intention behind movements such as Critical Mass, the story invites us to look at the city with new eyes.

More than just a walk or a party, it is a way of reclaiming public space, turning movement into meeting, and reminding us that streets can also be places for sharing.

Shall we dance?

Members: Laura Rojas, Covadonga Organero, Nahiara Carrasco, Emiliana Rico, Maitane García, María Zegers, Luisa Weis

Two dancers share the stage to show that dance knows no boundaries. Through movement, music, and words, the documentary "¿Bailamos?" explores how every gesture can become a voice, how the body is transformed into tool expression and freedom. Between lights, silences, and testimonies, the piece invites us to rethink what it means to dance, see, and feel. It is not a story about disability, but about adaptation, art, and the deep connection that arises when the body becomes language.

Crescendo 

Members: Victoria Schneider, Daniela Sánchez, Lucia Sedano, Ariana Viera, Lola Velasco, Isabela Saavedra, Sandra López 

Crescendo is a short documentary that explores the human and artistic connection that takes place every Tuesday at the cafeteria during its jazz sessions. Through an intimate lens, the camera captures the warm atmosphere of the place, the lights, the conversations, and the sounds that envelop musicians and audience in the same experience, then delves into the essence of jazz from the perspective of those who perform it. Each musician shares their story and their relationship with their instrument, showing how, from their individuality, a collective harmony is born. More than music, Ritmo is a portrait of community, a space where jazz transcends the stage and becomes a shared language.

Trained

Members: Bruno Arregui, Javier Barreda, Luis García, Daniel Guillén, Iván Hernández, Javier Sobrón, and Ana Sofía Arcilla

Amaestrados is a documentary about AI. It stems from a study that reveals that people who delegate their decisions to AI lose cognitive ability. Through a fictional example, the screening, and the intervention of testimonies and experts, it invites critical reflection on the opportunities and risks of this tool.

(?) He who falls in love loses (?)

Members: Sofía Ode, Vania Samperio, Iosu Múgica, Marta Sánchez, Haizea Martínez, Sofía Pereira, and Mario Medina

A guy and a girl meet at a cafeteria discuss a topic : what are they? He wants something serious, she doesn't. He wants commitment, she wants freedom. This documentary reflects on romantic relationships among Generation Z, based on sociologist Zygmunt Bauman's theory of liquid love. In a world where the possibilities for connecting with others have never been so unlimited, we find ourselves more disconnected and isolated than ever. Everything is ephemeral, everything is fast, everything is consumed and thrown away, and love has not been treated differently in the face of this new trend. This documentary presents the risk that young people face when they are honest about their feelings: accepting the possibility of defeat because in this liquid society, something as solid as love is a sample weakness, as if falling in love meant losing oneself. 

Fueling the fire of tradition 

Members: Santiago Taboada, Javier Amatria, Cecilia Pérez, Verónica Sastre, Camila Chavez, Carmen Ulecia 

The documentary deals with the loss of cultural traditions among younger generations. It begins by contrasting the city during the San Fermín festival with the same city when it is empty. Based on meeting Aurora Patús, a woman who keeps the customs of her childhood alive, and Marcos Osácar, a young man who is more connected to the digital world than to local traditions, the documentary analyzes how the passage of time and technology influence cultural transmission. It also highlights that traditions not only build regional cultures and identities but also shape individuals and families. The story concludes with the idea that traditions can adapt and remain present without losing their essence in a society that is increasingly connected to the outside world.

The miracle

Team: Mariana Betancourt, Jorge De Araoz, Fernando García, Maria Domingo, Claudia Burgos

It is a documentary that explores the relationship between an alcoholic and his closest circle during the process of recovery from this disease. The piece is based on the testimonies of alcoholics and their family members, whose bonds evolve to the rhythm of addiction. The path to sobriety is the essence of the relationship that is represented through music and contemporary dance to bring the viewer closer to the journey of feelings of our protagonists. This audiovisual piece has been produced by students of Philosophy and Journalism at the University of Navarra.

All in green

Team: Aitor Álvarez de Eulate, Malena Cortizo, Jorge Eraso, Javier Estévez, María Laura Nicasio and Leyre Olza

The documentary tells the story of Ángel Manuel Cobo Bada, a gambling addict who underwent therapy and died when he was at his best due to lung cancer. The story is told by his sister, Maite, who has rebuilt her life and has rediscovered her vocation after the death of Ángel Manuel.

168+

Team: Carolina de Olivar, Rafael Salas, Ainhoa Briceño, Gael Villanueva, Paula Rodríguez y Cristina Zazpe

The mobile has become an extension of our body, always glued to our hand. In Spain, the average person spends about 5 hours and 45 minutes a day on the screen, much of that time is absorbed by social networks. Is there a reason why we shy away from the digital world for so long? Zarella Benate, a PPE student at the University of Navarra, spends about 9 hours a day connected to her cell phone. In this documentary, we challenge her to disconnect completely from social networks for an entire week: 168 hours without likes, posts or notifications. What happens when she leaves the digital noise behind to explore the silence of the real?

The weight of influence

Team: Ana Oria, María Fernanda Gil, Naiara Sanmartín, Jorge Fernández, Gabriela Paredes

A documentary about how the misuse of social networks can influence the image we have of ourselves and our body. The documentary also sample how the obsession with image can sometimes lead to the development of an eating disorder.

Not a spoonful

Team: Alvaro Huarte, Cesar Gonzalez, Andrea Montes, Sergio Duran, Teresa Perez 

"What's that, from looking in the mirror?". Oskia Larrea's mother didn't understand what was wrong with her daughter, but she knew that if she didn't eat that spoonful of yogurt, she would die. Since she was 8 years old, Oskia had a ritual in her rhythmic gymnastics classes: to pass the scales and be as good as her classmates. Ten years later, she was diagnosed with anorexia, did 300 sit-ups every night and reached a weight of 28 kilos. Her obsession with seeing an ever smaller issue on the scales led her to be hospitalized up to four times and to see several psychologists and nutritionists. Today, the 46-year-old Oskia has discovered that there is life and a new person outside the disorder.

No coffee, no paradise

Team: María Aiciondo, Cristian Lerga, Aitana Quindimil, Francisco Rivera and Elene Rueda 

This documentary makes visible the addiction to caffeine, a topic little addressed but relevant in today's society, especially among young people. Although it is not usually considered a dangerous addiction, excessive caffeine consumption can have unexpected consequences, and many times those who suffer from it are not aware of it. Through memes and a more ironic tone we show how this dependence is part of the lives of many, affecting the physical and mental health of young people. With an entertaining and accessible approach , we seek to raise public awareness, highlighting the symptoms, common myths and alternatives to moderate consumption.

Survivors

Team: Jaime Martínez, Gerardo Amarilla, Fátima Villalobos, Miriam Oroz, Antía Aspérez

Survivors aims to reflect a hidden and ignored reality: addictions in the elderly. Through this documentary, we wanted to make visible those people who feel alone fighting for their cause. Alone in the family sense, in some cases, but also in the academic field, since there is no programs of study that reflects the reality. 

Prisoners of the study

Team: Oihan Goenaga, Mariana Santiváñez, Alai Sánchez, Íñigo Zabala y Diego Fernández Tortosa

We address the addiction to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder pills from the point of view of a person with ADHD, who is suffering from the shortage of his medications.

Vigorexia: the other face of fitness

Team: Juan Alegría, Montse Oses, Fushan Equiza, Paloma Rivilla, Bárbara Arrieta 

The documentary shows what happens and what are the risks of taking the obsession with the gym to excess, to the point of developing an obsessive disorder called vigorexia. Through the testimony of a bodybuilder (vigorexic), the aim is to prevent many young people from becoming addicted to the gym, driven by physical references and social networks. Vigorexia is accepted, but it causes physical and mental damage.

The dark side of tanning

Team: Javier Azagra, Carmen Matute, Ane Martín, Gabriel Pizarro, Noelia Gabás

A person can have addictions to the most varied situations. We wanted to focus on tanorexia, the addiction to sunbathing through humor. The dark side of tanning presents a real problem that networks like Tik Tok catalyze.

Blind energy

Team: Guillermo Ferro, Inés Ibáñez, Juan Laso, Oriol Navarro, Iñaki García

It deals with caffeine addiction, related to the technology that is part of everyday life, especially among young people. In it speak voices of authority as the dean of the School of Communication, Charo Sádaba, and as the dietician and nutritionist of the CUN, Patricia Yárnoz.

Silence

Team: Pablo Docampo, Pablo Díaz, Paula Dalla Fontana, Jesús Montalbán, Ariana Godoy

The documentary explores our relationship with gambling throughout our lives, from the innocence of childhood to the toxicity of gambling and casinos to which we are exposed as adults. Through the testimony of Iker, a man who overcame compulsive gambling after years of struggle, we delve into the impact of this addiction on life staff and social life. We also analyze how betting has penetrated our daily lives, with examples such as the sponsorship of sports teams by bookmakers, such as Kirolbet with Osasuna, which has been normalized for years. Iker's story, marked by recovery and hope, invites us to reflect on the risks of gambling and the possibility of overcoming them.