The Puerto Rico in Cinema program celebrates Puerto Rican culture and filmmaking. This program features a selection of films that showcase the island's rich history, vibrant culture, and unique storytelling perspectives.
Short Documentary: Aroma of lilies / Aroma de Azucenas (Puerto Rico, 2023, 10 min) Spanish w/ English subtitles Directed by Julián Fernández Garnik
Synopsis: The incredible story of Saúl Dávila, a legendary street vendor in Puerto Rico who has sold a unique flower called azucena almost everyday for the last 50 years, resisting the widespread automatization and displacement of jobs like his to become an iconic symbol of the island's cultural identity.
Feature Narrative: Feet on the Sand / Pie en la arena Country: Puerto Rico Year of Production: 2023 Genre: Drama, Immigration Language: Spanish w/ English subtitles Directed by Gustavo Ramos Perales Running Time: 75 minutes Cast: Judith Rodriguez, Eduardo Martinez
Synopsis: Toña, a Dominican woman who escapes and doesn't stop until she reaches Puerto Rico. Gregorio, a Cuban exile trapped in Puerto Rico with no options. An accident sparks a relationship on which both will depend to move forward.
Sinopsis: Toña, una mujer dominicana que escapa y no se detiene hasta llegar a Puerto Rico. Gregorio, un exiliado cubano atrapado en Puerto Rico sin opciones. Un accidente provocará una relación de la cual ambos dependerán para salir adelante.
Location
SIFF Film Center (View)
305 Harrison St
Seattle, WA 98109
United States