Cinematic experiences

A ship with a story to tell

With over a century of history, the Velero Rafael Verdera is not only a treasure of Spanish maritime heritage, but also a unique setting for film productions. Thanks to its authenticity, wooden construction and historic charm, our ship has become a distinctive location for film shoots, photo shoots and audiovisual experiences seeking a maritime setting with character and tradition.

Here are some of the productions in which our ship has appeared.

1994

La isla del diablo

Film 

Adventure film for children directed by Juan Piquer.

1996

La vida de Blasco Ibáñez

Film 

Rafael Verdera participated in this film directed by Berlanga.

1998

El secreto de la porcelana

Television series

The Rafael Verdera sailboat featured in this television production directed by Antonio Bodegas.

1998

Presence of Mind

Film 

Directed by Antonio Aloy and produced by Jordan Leibert. Starring Sadie Frost, Lauren Bacall, Harvey Keitel, Ella Jones and Nilo Mur. Based on Henry James’ novel The Turn of the Screw, with a screenplay by Antonio Aloy and Barbara Gueny.

1999

Serra de Tramuntana

Television report ·

A television report exploring Mallorca’s Serra de Tramuntana, its history and some of the key figures connected to the island, such as Archduke Luis Salvador and Chopin. Presented by actor Michael Douglas, owner of the S’Estaca estate, formerly owned by the Archduke.

2001

El robo más grande jamás contado

Film 

A Caribbean pirate-themed finale featuring the Rafael Verdera, starring Antonio Resines and directed by Daniel Monzón for Lola Films.

2024

Chopin, Chopin!

Film 

In 2024, we took part in the filming of Chopin, Chopin!, a major Polish production shot in Mallorca, with scenes for this biographical film about composer Frédéric Chopin.