Ventana Sur Premieres Exciting Cannes Lineup Featuring New Films by Mexico’s Rigoberto Perezcano and Argentina’s Laura Casabé
¡Hola, mi gente! Get ready because Ventana Sur is bringing the sabor Latino to Cannes with its electrifying showcase, "Goes To," which presents a vibrant lineup of works-in-progress. This fantastic gathering teams up international talent with sales agents, distributors, and more, promising a fiesta of cinematic opportunities.
From the heart of Buenos Aires comes a selection of five top-notch projects that shine at Latin America's numero uno audiovisual event. These films include tales of love, folklore, family ritual, and suspense, all woven with the cultural richness of South America, México, and España.
Among these gems are "Una Casa Con Dos Perros" by Argentina's own Matías Ferreyra and "Mi Papá es un Nihonjin" from Brazil's Celia Catunda. Also gracing the lineup are "Los Amantes Se Despiden con la Mirada" by the talented Rigoberto Perezcano from México, "La Virgen de la Tosquera" directed by Laura Casabé of Argentina, and "Los Ahogados," a gripping story from Ecuador's dynamic duo Juanse Jácome and Víctor Mares.
These narratives aren't just movies; they're powerful stories teeming with personal and historical layers. Take "La Virgen de la Tosquera," for instance, where the turmoil of Argentina's 2001 financial crisis unfolds through youthful eyes, blending a coming-of-age story with the broader societal upheaval.
Casabé brings her storytelling magic in "La Virgen de la Tosquera," delving into unrequited love set against Argentina's sun-scorched landscapes. With a hint of the occult and the angst of teenage crushes, her characters explore the depths of desire and destiny.
Meanwhile, "Una Casa Con Dos Perros" tells a story through the innocent eyes of a child, capturing a family's struggle amid national chaos—a picture of resilience and tenacity echoing through today's Argentina, adding a layer of timelessness and relevance to Ferreyra’s narrative.
And let's talk about the heartfelt "Mi Papá es un Nihonjin," where young Noboru delves deep into his family's roots with his abuelito, unraveling tales of migration, identity, and belonging amidst Brazil’s colorful, bustling life. The story is beautifully crafted, using a mix of 2D animation and 3D compositing to bring the family's history to vivid life.
"Los Amantes Se Despiden con la Mirada" presents a bold protagonist in Elida, who breaks from tradition in the Oaxaca valley, challenging old norms to chase true love, pulling viewers into a world where passion overrides precedent.
Completing the selection, "Los Ahogados" mixes suspense and supernatural elements, crafting a narrative that’s both a psychological thriller and a profound exploration of reality and illusion. It’s a tale that promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats, questioning the very fabric of what they believe is real.
Todos estos films han ganado reconocimiento and are gearing up for an extravagant reveal on May 20th at Cannes, bringing Latin American flair and storytelling to a global audience. They're nestled among other international selections at iconic festivals like Taiwan's Golden Horse and Switzerland’s Solothurn, showcasing a tapestry of global cinema.
This vibrant collection not only highlights the rich tapestry of Latin American cinema but also offers a platform for emerging and established filmmakers to shine on the global stage, proving once again that stories from our tierras have the power to touch corazones and minds everywhere.
So, as we celebrate these stories of love, loss, and legacy, let's ready ourselves for a cinematic fiesta at Cannes, where the vibrant spirit of Latin America will surely leave a lasting impresión. ¡Nos vemos allí!
