FILMS FOR CHANGE

Film Festivals and Activism in Hispanic Culture


FILM FESTIVALS AND ACTIVISM


May 11, 2023
12-2 PM – SLC AMPHITHEATRE


In this symposium, attendants will hear from Hispanic filmmakers, researchers, and industry professionals about the role that film festivals play in raising awareness about the problems and injustices in the Hispanic world, and their usefulness in advocating for change.

Film Festivals and Activism will provide an open space for discussion about our speakers' experiences as both organizers and participants of some of the most important film festivals around the world.




GUEST SPEAKERS

Antonio Pelaez Barcelo Rodrigo Barriuso Diana Sanchez

Antonio Pelaez Barcelo

Rodrigo Barriuso

Diana Sanchez

Video journalist, behind and in front of the camera. Junior researcher about film festivals, cultural diversity, and media.

Award-winning Cuban-Canadian filmmaker. His debut feature film, Un Traductor, was Cuba's official entry to the 92nd Academy Awards in 2020.

Former Senior Director of Film for the Toronto International Film Festival. International Film Festival professional and educator.

FILMS FOR CHANGE

in Hispanic Culture