The 2016 film by Tatiana Huezo is part of the IV Hispanic Film Series that runs Sept. 21 through Nov. 30.
Thursday, Oct. 25
IV Hispanic Film Series: “Tempestad” (Tempest)
LaRose Digital Theatre, Koury Business Center, 5:30 p.m.
TATIANA HUEZO / MEXICO / 2016 / 105 MIN Spanish with English subtitles
A poignant documentary by celebrated filmmaker Tatiana Huezo, “Tempestad” narrates the parallel journey of two women. Mirror-like, it reflects the impact of the violence and impunity that afflict Mexico. Through their voices, we are drawn into the heart of their feelings, steeped in loss and pain, but also love, dignity, and resistance.
On a normal day on her way to work, Miriam is arrested on suspicion of human trafficking. While the government reports that a criminal gang has been rounded up, in reality a group of innocent Mexicans has fallen victim to the vagaries of a corrupt system. After her detention, she is handed over to a private prison controlled by the Organized Crime, where she is forced to pay a monthly fee to remain alive.
Adela works as a clown in a traveling circus. Ten years ago, her life was irreversibly transformed; every night during the show, she evokes her missing daughter, Monica.
“Tempestad” has screened at more than 60 film festivals worldwide, collecting awards in Berlin, Lima, Havana, Madrid, Cork, and many others.
Sponsored by the Department of World Languages and Cultures /Latin American Studies/ Peace and Conflict Studies/ Sigma Delta Pi/ El Centro / Pragda / Spain-USA Foundation / Secretary of State for Culture of Spain