In the programme that the Fundación Tres Culturas has been dedicating every month -for 10 years now- to films from Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries, many films could be highlighted, many of which have only been available in our cycle Martes de Cine and some others that have even been released in Spain thanks to our initiative.
Unfortunately, there are few examples where a sample of the vibrant film scene from these regions does manage to reach the commercial circuits. Films from countries such as Turkey, Egypt, Israel or Iran are rarely available in cinemas, and when they are, they remain in theatres for barely a week.
This is the reason that drives us, during the month of June, to programme a series of films that, due to their impact and relevance both on the billboard and in terms of recognition at festivals, deserve a second chance on the big screen. Films that you probably couldn't see in the cinema, but that you will be able to enjoy at Tres Culturas.
Tuesday, 16 June
Timbuktu (Timbuktu)
Directed by Abderrahmane Sissako (France/Mauritania, 2014, 96 minutes).
Synopsis
The year 2012, the Malian city of Timbuktu has fallen into the hands of religious extremists. Kidane lives peacefully in the dunes with his wife Satima, his daughter Toya and Issam, a 12-year-old shepherd boy. But in the city, the inhabitants suffer from the terror regime imposed by the jihadists: it is forbidden to listen to music, to laugh, to smoke or even to play football. The women have become shadows who try to resist with dignity.
Best Film Award from the French Film Critics' Syndicate 2014.
Best Director Award at the Chicago International Film Festival 2014.
Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival, and the François Chalais and Ecumenical Jury Prize for Abderrahmane Sissako.
Winner of 7 French César Awards in 2015.
Lumiere Award 2015 for Best Film and Best Director.
Nominated for the US Academy of Motion Picture Awards 'Oscar' in 2015.
Free admission until full capacity is reached.
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