Latin-American Films at DOC NYC

More than 90 films offer perspectives from around the globe at DOC NYC this year, and we’re proud to present a special selection of Latin-American interest films that will allow you to glimpse a Mexican film dynasty, hostage-taking guerrillas, the Colombian gold rush and more.

Ingrid Betancourt – Six Years in the Jungle, Angus MacQueen (US premiere) – The Colombian politician who was held hostage by guerrillas for several years gives a riveting account of her experiences. Producer Christoph Jörg attending. Thu., Nov. 3, 9:15pm (IFC Center) Buy Tickets, Fri. Nov. 4, 1:15pm (IFC Center) Buy Tickets

Perdida, Viviana García Besné (NYC premiere) – A personal history of the Mexican film dynasty known for its outrageous genre films. Director attending. Sun., Nov. 6, 6:30pm (IFC Center) Buy Tickets

Shorts: Latin American Visions, Various – Three shorts from the southern hemisphere tell stories with ecological themes: Ciénaga; Between the Harvest; La Toma. Several directors attending. Sat., Nov. 5, 7:15pm (IFC Center) Buy Tickets