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It contains: views of the poet José Gálvez haranguing the people at the rally called in support of the volunteers sent to the northern border, on the occasion of the mobilization caused by border conflicts with Ecuador, as a result of the arbitration of the King of Spain on the border issue with that country.
By the Cinema Theater Company. Filmed by Jorge Goitizolo.
Where the newly arrived dock could be admirably observed in all its details; the ships of the Squadron and the various merchant ships and steamers.
Film made by cinema Juan José Pont in Peru.
The writer Edmundo Alamares falls in love with a cousin, who is also his father's student. Alamares gives her an engagement ring, but his cousin finds out about his intentions and a fight breaks out. Alamares loses his mind and is committed to a mental asylum, where a doctor neglects him despite charging him for treatment. Finally, with his cousin's help, Edmundo manages to escape, unmask the imposters, reconcile with his cousin, and marry his beloved.
Film recorded in 1910 by Goitizolo.
The Flag Oath ceremony before the monument to Francisco Bolognesi. The events alluded to referred to the kidnapping of President Augusto B. Leguía by associates of Nicolás de Piérola, to force his resignation.
Filmed visit in Peru, at the Tent of San Juan de Dios.
Filmed visit in Peru, at the Tent of San Juan de Dios.
A Pathé camera slid into the bullring to film the bullfight that day.
This film was shot and developed by Mr. Cazes, sent expressly by Pathé of Paris for the national company that holds film screenings in the tent at San Juan de Dios. It shows all the officials who accompanied the President of the Republic that day, the Military Household of the Head of State, and the Escort. It was also possible to film the army parade that same day, after the religious festivities had concluded... Given that these are local events, where a large number of well-known people will be seen, it is to be expected that the house will be full.
The Pathé cinema company screened new films shot in the capital.
The Pathé cinema company screened new films shot in the capital.
Filmed on October 4, 1908, it includes images of the departure from the eleven o'clock mass at the church of San Pedro and of the races at the Santa Beatriz racetrack.
In Arequipa, Juan José Pont coincided with President Candamo's visit to the city. It was there that the president died suddenly, prompting Pont to film the funeral, which he later screened in Callao before leaving the country.
Pont traveled through southern Peru. While in Arequipa, he coincided with President Candamo's visit to the city.
On Friday, February 19, 1904, at four thirty in the afternoon, one of Juan Jose Pont's employees took pictures of Jirón de la Unión and Plaza de Armas.
Footage of the bullfight held that day, filmed by Pont, was shown alongside the foreign films in his repertoire.
Under the leadership of the Spanish-born businessman Juan José Pont, it was the first film company that aimed to tour and screen footage shot throughout the country. Its premiere was included in a program of foreign films whose appeal lay in their average length of 800 meters.
Filmed by an anonymous, itinerant foreign cameraman. Chanchamayo is a destination for immigrants encouraged by the colonization policies established by the government of President Nicolás de Piérola, in power since 1895.
To film the tapes, the operator leaves Lima, ascends the central Andes of Peru on the way to the town of La Oroya and descends to the edge of the jungle, where Chanchamayo is located. Images of Peruvian geography recorded by a cinematographic apparatus.
Its title, written and descriptive, designates the name of the place where the filming takes place using the stereokinematograph, a Lumière apparatus installed in the Politeama Theater of Lima.
An audiovisual essay celebrating the land and people of Cusco, Peru. Based on the poems of José María Arguedas and various testimonies, such as those of Huamán Poma in ancient Quechua and the peasant and union leader Saturnino Huilka in Cusco Quechua, the film pays homage to the Cusco peasantry, heirs to the Tupac Amaru rebellion that propelled the cause of American emancipation.
For two days, Alberto Caucuru, a farmer from the community of Cachipampa, in Huaraz, in the Peruvian Andes, with the help of his wife and daughter, collects, threshes and harvests the wheat from his plot, in the traditional way, in a dedicated, arduous and impressive work, which is why this work is an audiovisual tribute to farm workers.
This first short film in a trilogy tells the story of Xawan Rawa, an elderly Shipibo Meraya who chooses his grandson Kopi as his successor and prepares him for many years to care for his community. Kopi must face the wrath of the beings of Jene Nete (the world of the magua), who are tired of the pollution, depredation, and noise generated by humans that disrupt the water world. Kopi must maintain the fragile balance between both worlds.
Documentary.
Alonso is a hitman who lost his wife and young son during an internal war between rival cartels. An unexpected event will change his life completely, and he will try to leave his life of crime behind, but fate has other plans for him.
A disoriented man enters a strange bar one night where a peculiar waiter tells him four horror stories that took place in the city of San Renato: a police officer investigating a mysterious disappearance on a dark island, the case of a parapsychologist obsessed with the existence of ghosts, the love story of a very peculiar girl, and the urban legend about a haunted mansion belonging to a murderous aristocrat.
The documentary "The Other Tunnel" is a tribute to the courage and resilience of the Chavín de Huántar Commandos who faced more than 17 years of judicial persecution.
An intimate, direct, and lyrical approach to the figure of Hildebrando Pérez Grande, one of the most important Peruvian poets of recent decades. With a style that alternates between personal testimony and poetic evocation, Pozzi-Escot's camera captures the poet in his living space, surrounded by books, memories, and convictions. Far from a solemn portrait, Cantar de Hildebrando offers a sensitive immersion into the inner world of the author of Aguardiente y otros cantares, winner of the Casa de las Américas Prize, and professor emeritus at the National University of San Marcos.
With the participation of civilian and military historians and historical researchers, topics are addressed ranging from the social and political situation in 19th-century Peru prior to the battles and the military strategy within the theater of operations during the conflicts, as well as their outcome and conclusion after these + what winning them meant for Peru and Latin America.
Linda was a young woman from a dysfunctional family. At university, her friends rejected her because of her circumstances. They soon had to work on a project where part of her story would be revealed, and things began to spiral out of control after Linda's death.
The first Peruvian film shot in color, made in the Amazon.
Documentary.
Documentary.
Maicol takes a trip in search of his lost girlfriend in the mountains of Tucu Waganan (Lauricocha - Huánuco), out of desperation and anguish he went into the wrong places without considering the consequences.
For over three decades, Yolanda Prada has been the heart and soul of the library at the Spanish Cultural Center in Lima. This documentary pays tribute to her tireless work as a librarian, exploring her passion for books and her crucial role in disseminating knowledge and culture.
Amazonia, Loreto, the mountains, the jungle—these are magical names that speak to us of a region where the wonder of the world established its boundaries thousands of years ago between reality and fantasy. My documentary is a testimonial about Gino Ceccarelli, a beloved son of the art of painting, creating works amidst myths, legends, utopias, lives, reveries, dreams, realities, and that effervescent and protean creativity that characterizes his extraordinary art—a blend of syncretism, aesthetics, philosophy, technique, content, and a synthesis of values, beliefs, and expression.
This film delves into the life and work of Pilar Núñez, a prominent actress in the world of theater, whose artistry, technique, and expression have left an indelible mark on the performing arts. Through interviews, recently recorded footage, and images from the valuable MP-E Videomemory archive, the documentary offers a profound and moving portrait of Pilar Núñez.
The exhibition “Gardens for Eva” brings together a collection of paintings, embroideries, and videos created by Diana Riesco Lind between 2022 and 2024, as well as documents that narrate her experience of motherhood, marked by the early loss of her daughter Eva Lucía, and the experiences of others in similar situations. Through depictions of landscapes and natural environments, the exhibition explores various aspects of motherhood and life cycles.
Documentary.
This film offers an in-depth look at the life and work of Maritza Villavicencio, a prominent Peruvian historian, writer, museographer, and phytomancer, renowned for her work with the Mochica Pallares Bean Oracle. The documentary explores Villavicencio's pioneering research on the role of women in Peruvian history, from pre-Hispanic times to the present day.
The VRAEM is one of the most dangerous places in South America, dominated by drug cartels and cells of the now-defunct terrorist group Shining Path. Two special forces agents are sent to the VRAEM to infiltrate a criminal organization and gather enough evidence to imprison its leader, a figure known as "El Marro." The mission becomes complicated when their work intertwines with their personal lives, and everything is put at risk, including the agents' very lives.
Third documentary by the journalist from Latina Television.
This film is a profound and personal journey into the heart and soul of Yvonne Von Mollendorff, one of the most influential figures in dance. In her own words, Yvonne reveals what dance has meant at every stage of her life and how it has been her refuge, her inspiration, and her purest form of expression.
Interactive documentary that addresses Kené design in the different spaces it inhabits and in which it is produced, through documentary, animations and 360 virtual reality videos.
Leo seeks revenge for his father's murder; on his journey, he'll forge dangerous alliances to achieve it. Shootouts, car chases, and a highly manipulative demon will keep you on the edge of your seat.
A young couple moves to the village of Frontón Bajo, but the locals, especially the village leader, are uneasy about their arrival. The problems begin when land traffickers try to force them to sell their land, and when they resist, the traffickers kidnap the leader's daughter to coerce them. Little do they know that the neighbor they once despised will now become their defender.
In "Edgard Guillén: A Personal Testimony," renowned Peruvian theater director and actor Edgard Guillén offers an intimate glimpse into his creative and personal world. Directed by Mario Pozzi-Escot, this documentary film is a tribute to the life and career of Guillén, a pillar of Peruvian theater. Through profound and reflective on-camera responses, Guillén shares his vision of theatrical art, his professional experience, and his constant search for expression and authenticity.
It focuses on understanding the decline of independent rock bands in Lima. Through three life stories, it confronts the demands of adulthood, maturity, and masculinity with the desire for personal fulfillment and a sense of belonging to a subculture. Through testimonies, archival footage, and self-reflection, the filmmaker questions the precariousness of local cultural industries, their sense of community, and their conflicts in the face of a shared past that is disappearing.
This documentary offers a firsthand look at the life and work of Mati Ureta de Caplansky, Peru's first female psychoanalyst. Based on conversations and reflections with the protagonist on a variety of topics, the film explores the personal and professional world of this distinguished psychoanalyst, providing a direct account of her life, profession, and work. With a profound and moving narrative, the documentary reveals the struggles and triumphs of a woman who broke barriers during a difficult period in our country, offering a clear vision of her contribution to the understanding of the human mind. "Conversations" not only celebrates the life of a pioneer but also invites the viewer to reflect. This is an essential work for those seeking to understand the intersection between the personal and professional history of one of the most influential figures in the history of psychology in Peru.
Ramiro Vargas (a Peruvian national) with ties to drug trafficking and corrupt Mexican government officials has escaped and returned to Peru. The Peruvian government has stated it will take action and has asked Mexico not to interfere in the pursuit. Mexico demands his safe return because he must appear before a judge to testify and serve as a witness in the trial of other criminals. Mexico sends two undercover agents to support Peruvian detectives. This is all done "unofficially." The couple arrives in Peru pretending to be newlyweds enjoying their honeymoon. The Mexicans introduce themselves to the Peruvian detectives and explain that they are only there to observe and provide support from a distance, without interfering in the investigation. When the Mexican detective is kidnapped and used as a bargaining chip to try to save the fugitive, the Mexican detective has no choice but to join the hunt for the fugitive to rescue his partner.
A musical story about personal growth, resilience, and how to face life's blows with strength and hope.
Sound and image are the same, therefore, both will engulf you during this autobiographical yet alien journey, which does not respect the continuity of space-time, like memory when, due to a specific and sometimes unexpected stimulus, it triggers each memory.
A documentary that reveals the true story behind the global sensation: Peruvian YouTuber iOA recreating Rosalía Motomami's World Tour concert in Peru for his "Mijirritos" community. This challenge, which took over six months to produce, is condensed into a two-hour documentary packed with reactions.
No Place Is Far Away, by Marsz (Peru, 200 min, 2023). The title appeared written on the concrete near where I live now and immediately suggested to me what to do with much of the material I had been recording outside of Lima and Peru for years. A curious collection of images taken before and after my other life (the married one).
Documentary that covers the life and work of the Ancashino painter Leoncio Maguiña Morales (1922 – 2016) and his intimate and intense relationship with the people of Aija
In the Judean desert, a hermit lives at his leisure. From his childhood he receives instruction from the Holy Spirit. At the appointed time, he is led to the Jordan River to preach about repentance for sins and clear the way for the arrival of the Messiah.
This is a transmedia documentary project that explores the legend of the red thread of fate, an ancient Asian belief that holds that two people who are destined to be together are connected by an invisible red thread that links their destinies.
Actress Kate Davis (USA) explores the creative process behind “Yerma,” Federico García Lorca’s acclaimed character. We will accompany the actress on her journey through iconic scenes from the play as she reflects on the process of immersing herself in the context, physical listening, text analysis, the use of poetic language, and attuning herself to her scene partner.