Production of the Spanish horror film [REC], directed by Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza, officially begins.
The film [REC] is released in Spanish cinemas, gaining immediate acclaim for its innovative found footage style and horror elements.
The film has its US premiere at the Fantastic Fest in Austin, Texas, exposing it to an American audience and critics.
Following the success of [REC], the sequel [REC] 2 is released, continuing the story with the same found footage style.
An American remake of [REC] titled [Quarantine] is released, adapting the story for a US audience.