East Film Festival: Independent and European cinema in Lima!

The 15th edition of the Al Este Film Festival is about to begin, bringing with it a selection of the best independent films from international cinema, with a special focus on Eastern European cinema. This event, which will take place from May 29 to June 9, promises to captivate cinephiles with a variety of original and independent productions, many of which have been internationally acclaimed. In addition to screenings, the festival will offer masterclasses and the opportunity to interact with world-renowned filmmakers and producers. The lineup of this prestigious festival will include more than 70 films from 26 countries, divided into 11 sections covering both fiction and documentaries. Among the highlighted titles are "Crossing" by Levan Akin and "Evil Does Not Exist." The audience will also be able to enjoy documentaries such as "Matter out of place," which is part of a special section dedicated to the environment, with a particular focus on water. Screenings will take place in various cinemas in Lima, such as Cineplanet, CCPUCP, the French Alliance, and the Armando Robles Godoy theater, as well as in cultural spaces like the Place of Memory, Tolerance, and Social Inclusion (LUM), the Museum of Contemporary Art of Lima (MAC), and the Cultural Center of Cayetano Heredia University, among others. In addition to in-person screenings, the festival will offer the opportunity to enjoy a special selection of 15 films online through the elekran.com platform, with pre-sale tickets available for 39 soles. Additionally, the renowned Japanese director Ryusuke Hamaguchi will participate by giving an online masterclass on May 31 at 7:30 p.m., with tickets available for purchase on Joinnus. As part of the Al Este Training Program, the festival will offer free workshops and talks that will take place between June 1 and 6. This space will include the International Financing and Sustainability Forum in Cinema, as well as the Audience Development Program in Schools, with the aim of fostering interest in cinema and the formation of new audiences. In conclusion, the Al Este Film Festival establishes itself as a meeting place for lovers of the seventh art, offering a diverse and enriching program that promises to delight audiences with the best of international independent cinema and Eastern European cinema. A unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the magic of cinema and discover new stories and talents that transcend borders and enrich our cinematic experience.