Since its inception, the International Festival of New Latin American Cinema has maintained a humanistic and supportive approach. That is why, in the run-up to the 46th edition—from December 4 to 14—its organizers called on the international community of filmmakers to support the recovery of the eastern part of the country, recently affected by Hurricane Melissa.
At a press conference held yesterday, Tuesday, it was also announced that, although it is customary for the event to reach other parts of the country, this time it will do so with a clear intention to reach the provinces that are recovering, through mobile cinema screenings and other proposals.
"Rolling cinema—this year's slogan—is not just a phrase, it implies moving, and doing so to all the places where it is needed," said Festival President Tania Delgado Fernández.
As explained, interest in participating in the Festival has not diminished, and the figures prove it: this year, more than 2,000 works were submitted, including films, posters, and scripts. The official selection includes 222 works, 114 in competition and the rest in the usual sections, representing 42 countries from different parts of the world.
There will be 34 titles from Cuban cinema, a selection that Delgado Fernández described as "broad and varied," and she also highlighted the quality of the animation projects presented.
Dedicated, among other important anniversaries, to the centenary of Alfredo Guevara, this edition features the third Latin American and Caribbean Animation Forum "Juan Padrón in memoriam"; a special program from the BRICS countries; and a film showcase celebrating 80 years of Estudios Churubusco.
The latter Mexican entity will receive one of the Coral de Honor awards and, together with the Mexican Institute of Cinematography, will pay tribute to the cinema of that nation, several of whose films will be shown on television during those days.
Another important part of the event is the revival of the Isla Abierta Latin American Film Market, which will bring together national and foreign producers.
Starting on Monday, November 24, passes to access the screenings will be available at the cinema box offices.
