For your Latin American cultural fix, the Sydney Latin American Film Festival has something, or rather lots of things, for you. It will be all about FIESTA time!

This year SLAFF is turning 10 and they have decided to celebrate it in a big way with a wholesome experience, where the cost doesn’t even come close to its richness. Patrons can attend by donation or free- for other screenings at Darling Harbor.

For the last 10 years this not for profit organization has helped fund several Community Development Projects in Latin America by showcasing the best of their cinema in Australia. All the support they have received from their loyal audience has gone directly into helping achieve their mission and now it is time to celebrate all their accomplishments. This time, all donations received on the night will go directly to maintaining the sustainability of SLAFF.

The first part of the celebration will be this Friday 25^th September starting at 7pm in Marrickville with an award winning Colombian film Los Hongos.

 

LOS HONGOS

Dir. Oscar Ruíz Navia/ Colombia/ Drama/ 2014/103 mins/ English subtitles

This award winning Colombian feature is melting pot of stories and experiences that recreates a day in the life of two young graffiti artists in Cali, Colombia as they search for a way to continuously create and express the freedom they crave. The film’s sophisticated visual language relentlessly bursts with colour and is matched with an energetic Afro‐Colombian soundtrack.

The screening of Los Hongos will be followed by a very special session of killer tunes and shaking moves, so don’t be shy and put on your dancing shoes. Two Colombian DJ´s specialising in great dancing music from Latin America, will make sure you are not leaving before hitting the dance floor and getting your heart racing fast. Be prepared to enjoy the unique styles influenced by salsa and Afro rhythms.

Entry tickets are by donation and they will be given on a first in best-dressed basis, so early arrival is encouraged to avoid disappointment. Food and drinks will be available for purchase onsite.

Location: Addison Road Community Centre, 142 Addison Road, Marrickville

Time: 25th September- doors open 6.00pm and film starts 7.00pm

More details 

 

Want to extend your Latin American Cinematic experience?

 

Then join the 3-screening days that SLAFF in partnership with the Darling Harbour Fiesta  are showcasing! This film program is FREE and part of this magnificent event that celebrates the Latin American Culture through art, film, food, dance and music from 2^nd October to 11^th October.

The program that SLAFF has created in order to feed the film crowd consists of film screenings where live music will be featured prior to the movie. This will all happen right under the stars from the 2^nd October to 4^th October. Please be aware, that by enjoying this free event you can actually participate in some of the raffles including a trip to South America!

For further information, please visit the Darling Harbour Fiesta’s website. 

Here are the three films from the Sydney Latin American Film Festival program for you to save it in your diary!

 

Your night’s plan for FRIDAY 2^nd OCTOBER

Arrival time: 6.00pm

Where: Village Green- Darling Quarter

What for? Live Music by Victor Valdes Mariachi Band that has played along with Angus & Julia Stone, Los Lobos, Jimmy Barnes and Aloe Blacc and has appeared at Bluesfest, Woodford Folk Festival and WOMADelaide.

Followed by the 7.15pm screening of:

 

POR MIS BIGOTES (ULISES AND THE 10,000 MOUSTACHES)

Dir. Manuel Carames/ Mexico / 2014 / Comedy/ 100 min / English subtitles/ All audiences

This Mexican comedy will get you through the adventures of little Ulises and his unexpected mustache he finds in his face overnight. This caused him to instantly gain popularity at school and gave him the privilege to belong to other exclusive groups. It promises to crack you up!

Winner of the Best Family Film Award, San Diego Latino Film Festival 2015

 

Your night’s plan for SATURDAY 3rd OCTOBER

Arrival time: 6.00pm

Where: Village Green- Darling Quarter

What for? Live Music by Tigramuna merging together indigenous South American instruments, Afro-Latin rhythms from Cuba, Peru and Brazil, and harmonies of European art music and North American jazz.

Followed by the 7.15pm screening of:

 

RODENCIA Y EL DIENTE DE LA PRINCESA (RODENCIA AND THE PRINCESS’ TOOTH)

Dir. David Bisbano / Argentina-Peru/ 2012 / 87 min / Adventure/ English subtitles/ All audiences

Edam is a beginner in all things related to sorcery, and he is decided to find the Princess’s tooth so he becomes a great hero. Danger and magic will be always by his side as he goes through Rodencia´s kingdom. Rodencia being a big rat who is also an evil wizard and will do anything to impede Edam from achieving his goal.

Winner of the Best Children’s Film Award, Buenos Aires International Independent Film Festival (BAFICI) 2013

 

Your night’s plan for SUNDAY 4th OCTOBER

Arrival time: 6.00pm

Where: Village Green- Darling Quarter

What for? Live Music by El Tricolor Ensemble having performed around Australia since 2000 when they first presented this project at the Opening of the Olympics in Sydney, this band consists in music and rhythms mixed together by musicians for all over Latin America.

Followed by the 7.15pm screening of:

 

DOS DE TRÉBOL (TWO OF CLOVER)

Dir. Orlando Rosales and Jessica Wenzelmann / Venezuela/ Feature/ 2014/ 92 mins/ English subtitles/ Parental guidance is recommended for young viewers

Magician Horacio meets little Juan. These two set into their lifetime adventure where Juan learns about magic, and Horacio re-defines his life and destiny. This old magician takes Juan as his apprentice and from doing this gets reconnected with his faith and mojo, which he had lost over the years.

Winner of the Audience Award, Margarita Caribbean and Latin American Film Festival, 2014

 

For further details of this multicultural and artistic Fiesta and film event please check here 

 

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