FRIDAY SESSION
19:30 / 21:00
The Sweetest Blow | Trembling | 8.1 Degrees of Guilt | Aurelia & Pedro
The Sweetest Blow
A piñata manages to escape from her destruction at a birthday party. But after falling in love she realizes that what she really wants is to be beaten.
Trembling
Carlos sweeps the floor of an antiquated barbershop. It is the day before Independence Day and among the customers is Julio. Their eyes meet, and when the barbershop closes Julio comes back for Carlos. They spend the night together, eating, chatting, dancing, and knowing that their encounter will be short-lived.
8.1 Degrees of Guilt
Refers to the seismic intensity that shook Mexico City in 1985, leaving over 40,000 victims, causing extreme
devastation, and changing life forever.
Aurelia & Pedro
Fog rolls roll across the green highlands of the Wixáritari in western Mexico. Here lives young Pedro and his mother Aurelia, isolated from the rest of the world. A documentary portrait of the symbiotic relationship between a small Indigenous family and their remote homeland.
SATURDAY SESSION
13:00 / 15:00 / 18:00 / 20:00
The Sweetest Blow | Trembling | 8.1 Degrees of Guilt | Aurelia & Pedro
The Sweetest Blow
A piñata manages to escape from her destruction at a birthday party. But after falling in love she realizes that what she really wants is to be beaten.
Trembling
Carlos sweeps the floor of an antiquated barbershop. It is the day before Independence Day and among the customers is Julio. Their eyes meet, and when the barbershop closes Julio comes back for Carlos. They spend the night together, eating, chatting, dancing, and knowing that their encounter will be short-lived.
8.1 Degrees of Guilt
Refers to the seismic intensity that shook Mexico City in 1985, leaving over 40,000 victims, causing extreme
devastation, and changing life forever.
Aurelia & Pedro
Fog rolls roll across the green highlands of the Wixáritari in western Mexico. Here lives young Pedro and his mother Aurelia, isolated from the rest of the world. A documentary portrait of the symbiotic relationship between a small Indigenous family and their remote homeland.
14:00
An introduction to México by Vicente Salas. Director for UK – “A World Of Its Own”
Never has Mexico been more exciting than it is today. A country so beautiful and diverse that if offers everything you can desire. No wonder over 39 million visited last year.
You can immerse yourself in over 3,000 years of incredible cultural history with archaeological sites and attractions all over the country. Walk through colonial towns or explore stunning beaches with powdery white sand that span 11,000 kilometres of coastline along both the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Coast.
Mexico is also one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. It has over 340 species of birds, more than 80 species of butterflies and in excess of 2,000 types of plants. And few people know that Mexico’s Copper Canyon has deeper gorges than the Grand Canyon.
With 34 UNESCO World Heritage sites, Mexico has the greatest number in Latin America. There are 187 spectacular archaeological sites open to the public and 111 enchanting magical towns including charming Cholula in Puebla and Todos Santos in Baja California.
Mexican cuisine is celebrated internationally and has been recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible World Heritage. The contemporary Mexican gastronomy is bubbling with surprises (think tostadas paired with uni or whimsical foam made of coriander) that will delight and satisfy. From the winemaking regions of Baja California to the coffee fields of the south, to cheese production in the north to the mole of Oaxaca, there’s something to discover in every corner of the country.
With over 160 golf courses in its vast territory, it is not surprising that Mexico is considered one of the leading destinations to play the sport. From the beautiful golf courses in Baja California, framed by the beautiful Sea of Cortes to those deep in the jungles of Puerto Vallarta, golf enthusiasts are spoiled for choice.
SUNDAY SESSION
14:00
The Sweetest Blow | Trembling | 8.1 Degrees of Guilt | Aurelia & Pedro
The Sweetest Blow
A piñata manages to escape from her destruction at a birthday party. But after falling in love she realizes that what she really wants is to be beaten.
Trembling
Carlos sweeps the floor of an antiquated barbershop. It is the day before Independence Day and among the customers is Julio. Their eyes meet, and when the barbershop closes Julio comes back for Carlos. They spend the night together, eating, chatting, dancing, and knowing that their encounter will be short-lived.
8.1 Degrees of Guilt
Refers to the seismic intensity that shook Mexico City in 1985, leaving over 40,000 victims, causing extreme
devastation, and changing life forever.
Aurelia & Pedro
Fog rolls roll across the green highlands of the Wixáritari in western Mexico. Here lives young Pedro and his mother Aurelia, isolated from the rest of the world. A documentary portrait of the symbiotic relationship between a small Indigenous family and their remote homeland.
15:30
Director Duncan Bridgeman (1 Giant Leap, What About Me?) weaves a beautiful and rhythmic cinematic tapestry composed of original songs, conversations, reflections, wisdom and humor featuring many of the greatest performers and sharpest minds of Mexico today.
The film showcases the richness of Mexican music both young and old, from traditional music to pop rock and rap blended with interviews from Diego Luna, Lila Downs and many more leading personalities. The result is an inspiring and often funny musical road trip through modern day “Mexicanity”, which resonates globally.