☂️ In view of the weather conditions, the launch scheduled for Wednesday, June 28, 2023 has been postponed to Friday, June 30 at 7:00 p.m. at Parc Laurier. ☂️
Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier Park, Plateau Mont-Royal
In a festive atmosphere, we invite you to discover the first film of this 14th edition of the festival! We invite you to join us at 7:00 pm in Parc Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier, where you'll be able to enjoy some fine Cinéma beers under the stars, and take in the lively musical atmosphere.
Course of the evening
· 7 p.m | Public welcome – musical entertainment by DJ Guasá and sale of beers from Microbrasserie Les Grands Bois.
· 9 p.m | Welcome and introduction to the festival.
· 9:15 p.m | Quebec premiere screening of Patricio Guzmán's My Imaginary Country.
· 10:40 p.m | Discussion with Chilean Sergio Martinez, author and retired professor of philosophy at Montreal's Centennial College.
My Imaginary Country (Quebec premiere)
A film by Patricio Guzmán | Chile | 2022 | 83 MIN | V.O. Spanish | S‑T. French
October 2019, an unexpected revolution, a social explosion. One and a half million people demonstrated in the streets of Santiago for more democracy, a more dignified life, a better education, a better health system and a new Constitution. Chile had recovered its memory. The event I had been waiting for since my student struggles in 1973 finally materialized.