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FRIDAY, SATURDAY &
SUNDAY - MARCH 29th, 30th & 31st, 2019 -
Complimentary
Rush Line Seating*
available for all films with the exception of the opening
night screening of The Forbidden Shore which is
SOLD OUT*
ALL FILMS SUBTITLED IN ENGLISH
THE ROYAL THEATRE, 608 COLLEGE ST TORONTO, ONTARIO
M6G 1B4
Cuban Film
Festival in celebration of the 60th Anniversary of ICAIC
Thanks in part to our sponsors:
festivalXpress,
The Royal Cinema and Theatre,
Canada Cuba Friendship Association, Carranza LLP, Urban Post
Productions, ICAIC and
Barry & Laurie Green.
CineCuba is
a 3-day film festival celebrating Cuba’s 60th year of
independence, the birth of the Cuban Film Commission,
and the special, more than 80-year relationship between
Canada and Cuba. The festival will run from March 29 –
31, at the magnificently restored, historic Royal
Cinema, 608 College Street in downtown Toronto.
This year’s
juried selection of films comes highly endorsed by
esteemed festival curator and Toronto-Cuba cultural
enthusiast and dedicated volunteer Dr. German Roges, who
says of this year’s films, “I am 100% proud of the
selections – representing all facets of Cuban life,
history and personality. I am confident audiences will
find them to be important, informative, and
entertaining. And, presenting them here in Toronto at
the beautiful Royal Cinema provides the perfect backdrop
and partnership for such a notable event.”
For more
than 80 years, Canada and Cuba have enjoyed a very close
relationship, Canada representing by far the largest
number of tourists visiting the island annually.
Yet many Canadians'
perceptions of what is Cuba is linked to stereotypes
related to the commercial tourist industry. CineCuba is committed to helping Canadians understand just why they are drawn to this idyllic and uncommonly friendly but industrious and enigmatic paradise.
So much do the Cuban people feel close to Canada, that
every year, more than 5,000 cities and towns across Cuba
participate in the Terry Fox Run. When the Fox family
visited in 2010, they were recognized by almost everyone
they met and were “completely overwhelmed” by the
reception.
The
festival also celebrates the 60th anniversary of the
founding of the Cuban Film Commission, the non-profit,
non-political organization mandated with the promotion
and development of the independent Cuban film industry.
The commission creates opportunities for Cuban
filmmakers to write, produce and direct their own
projects; promotes collaboration with foreign production
and Cuban filmmakers for film, television, and music
video projects; and, acts as liaison between film
providers in Cuba and government agencies.
With full
support from the Cuban Embassy in Ottawa, and the Cuban
Consulates in Toronto and Montreal, CineCuba will soon
announce the list of film directors and other senior members
of the Cuban film community to appear at the festival.
Complimentary Rush Line
Seating* available for all
films with the exception of the opening night screening
of The Forbidden Shore which is
SOLD OUT*.
Rush
line seating at all other screenings is on a first come first serve basis. The Royal holds 400
patrons; 200 seats for these films are available online
at
Universe.com at just $10.00 each, for those who would prefer to be assured of a seat!
All ticket sales revenue will be donated to tornado
relief funds for Cuba.
We look
forward to your corporate or personal participation in
this important event. A synopsis of all films follows
below.
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BACKGROUND -
CineCuba
Join us at CineCuba 2019 and take in a pallette of perspectives on Cuba that promises not to shy away from showing real life in Cuba; one that amuses, entertains, and provokes an understanding as to how this often misunderstood nation manages to survive and to prioritize its medical and education systems to a standard that is world class by any measure. Cuban films have long been known to highlight controversial issues, yet they also unveil a populace that is generally happy, healthy, sharing, and enjoy an infectious sense of humour. Cuba has a rapidly evolving cultural and musical heritage and we are pleased to bring this to the Royal. CineCuba 2019 promises to delve into the sights, sounds and rhythms that make up the mosaic of history, art, music, sport, and daily routines that define Cuba.
What lies at the heart of this
rebellious nation, what is the secret to the
magic of Cuba that has the whole world watching
in suspense. Join us as we lift the veil, come see us at:
CineCuba 2019 - the
Royal Theatre Toronto March
29th, 30th & 31st, 2019
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Films, Dates & Times:
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Friday, March
29th - 6:30 pm
The Forbidden Shore
(96 mins)
Filmmaker
Ron Chapman in attendance
Synopsis:
Politics silenced Cuban voices beyond its shores, but
within, music is its very heartbeat. The extraordinary
musical diversity of Cuba is revealed with over 40
performances by it's top artists, from street to concert,
with shared stories revealing its people, culture, politics;
their struggles and triumphs, vision, spirit and soul.
Through unique footage, concerts & revealing
interviews, filmmaker Ron Chapman shows the streets, people,
musicians, music and stories of contemporary Cuba.
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Friday, March
29th - 9:30 pm
Cuba Libre
(120 mins) Director
Jorge Luis Sánchez in attendance
Sinopsis:
Los cubanos llevan años luchando contra España cuando en
1898 el gobierno de los Estados Unidos, tomando como
pretexto la explosión del acorazado Maine, entra en
la guerra colocándose del lado de los cubanos.
Samuel y Simón son dos niños que viven
intensamente el momento de la derrota de España hasta al
traspaso del mando a los norteamericanos, que ignorando a
los cubanos comienzan a comportarse como un ejército de
ocupación.
Synopsis:
The Cubans have been fighting against Spain for years when,
in 1898, the United States government, taking as an excuse
the explosion of the battleship Maine, enters the war
placing itself on the side of the Cubans. Samuel and Simon
are two children who live intensely the moment of the defeat
of Spain until the transfer of command to the Americans,
who, ignoring the Cubans, begin to behave like an army of
occupation.
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Saturday, March 30th - 4:00 pm
Ellas crean
(60 mins)
Sinopsis: Un recorrido por la Isla a través de
mujeres que crean en sus espacios infinitos mundos de
belleza. Participan: Liliet Rivera, Mayelin Guevara,
Vionaika Martínez, Kenia Rodriguez, Liudmila Quincoses, Elsa
Avilés, Yami Martínez, Yamira Diaz y Fátima Patterson.
Synopsis:
A tour of the Island through
women who create infinite worlds of beauty in their spaces.
Participants: Liliet Rivera,
Mayelin Guevara, Vionaika Martinez, Kenya Rodriguez,
Liudmila Quincoses, Elsa Aviles, Yami Martinez, Yamira Diaz
and Fatima Patterson.
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Saturday, March 30th -
7:00 pm
El Techo
(75 Mins) Director
Patricia Ramos Hernández in attendance
Sinopsis:
En el centro de La Habana, sobre una azotea, tres jóvenes
amigos se reúnen día a día para contarse historias y sueños,
a tratar de que el tiempo pase sin notarse. En medio de su
aburrimiento, sin apenas recursos y soñando la prosperidad,
deciden armar un negocio propio. El costo de este sueño, al
fin, los conducirá a la madurez personal no exenta de cierta felicidad.
Synopsis:
In Havana, on a roof, three young friends gather every day
to tell stories and dreams, to treat that time passes
without notice. In the midst of his boredom, without money
and dreaming prosperity, they decide to set up their own
business. The cost of this dream, finally, will lead them to
not exempt from certain happiness personal maturity.
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Saturday, March
30th - 9:00 pm
By Popular Demand - ADDITIONAL SCREENING
The Forbidden Shore
(96 mins)
Synopsis:
Politics silenced Cuban voices beyond its shores, but
within, music is its very heartbeat. The extraordinary
musical diversity of Cuba is revealed with over 40
performances by it's top artists, from street to concert,
with shared stories revealing its people, culture, politics;
their struggles and triumphs, vision, spirit and soul.
Through unique footage, concerts & revealing
interviews, filmmaker Ron Chapman shows the streets, people,
musicians, music and stories of contemporary Cuba.
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Sunday, March 31st -
1:30 pm
Ex-change
(52 mins)
Director Juan Carlos Travieso in attendance
Sinopsis:
Incluso en los momentos más difíciles la cultura ha sido un
puente entre Cuba y Estados Unidos. Este documental aborda
los conflictos, prejuicios, aciertos y errores en este
proceso de intercambio cultural. El esfuerzo de muchos por
acercar dos países a través de la cultura.
Synopsis:
Even in the most difficult moments, culture has been a
bridge between Cuba and the United States. This documentary
addresses conflicts, prejudices, successes and errors in
this process of cultural exchange. The effort of many to
bring two countries closer through culture.
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Sunday, March 31st -
4:00 pm
By Popular Demand - ADDITIONAL SCREENING
Cuba Libre
(120 mins) Director
Jorge Luis Sánchez in attendance
Sinopsis:
Los cubanos llevan años luchando contra España cuando en
1898 el gobierno de los Estados Unidos, tomando como
pretexto la explosión del acorazado Maine, entra en
la guerra colocándose del lado de los cubanos.
Samuel y Simón son dos niños que viven
intensamente el momento de la derrota de España hasta al
traspaso del mando a los norteamericanos, que ignorando a
los cubanos comienzan a comportarse como un ejército de
ocupación.
Synopsis:
The Cubans have been fighting against Spain for years when,
in 1898, the United States government, taking as an excuse
the explosion of the battleship Maine, enters the war
placing itself on the side of the Cubans. Samuel and Simon
are two children who live intensely the moment of the defeat
of Spain until the transfer of command to the Americans,
who, ignoring the Cubans, begin to behave like an army of
occupation.
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Sunday, March 31st -
7:00 pm
Esteban
(90 Mins)
Producer Maritza Ceballo Acosta in attendance
Sinopsis:
Esteban es un niño de nueve años que descubre por casualidad
su talento innato para la música. A pesar de las
dificultades para alcanzar el sueño de convertirse en músico,
su perseverancia transformará su mundo y el de quienes le
rodean.
Synopsis:
Esteban is a nine-year-old boy
who accidentally discovers his innate talent for music. In
spite of the difficulties to reach the dream of becoming a
musician, his perseverance will transform his world and that
of those around him.
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Documents:
CineCuba 2019 (Spanish) - Detailed Film Production Credits (Downloadable PDF)
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