Sunday, June 20, 2010
In conjunction with Kechua Nation as a community organizer in a collaboration with the performing groups, the Queens Museum will host an Andean celebration of the longest day of the year and the harvest of corn. The program will include typical foods and drinks from the region, folkloric dance, representation of ancient rituals, a craft [...]
Friday, May 21, 2010
For its 5th consecutive year, Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana “Benjamín Carrión” Núcleo Internacional de New York, presents its annual book fair showcasing local and international authors, bringing you a collection of recent and unique publications available on suggested donation basis.
This year, the organizers play tribute to authors that recently passed away: Jorge Enrique Adoum, Paco Villar, [...]
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Sara y el Espantapajaros by Jorge Vivanco, 72min. Is a fantastic fiction film for all ages featuring local myths, legends and characters from the indigenous community of Imbabura. Meet Taita Churo, the wizard from the forest, the Kurikinga and evil Chificha. In an adventure full of imagination and color.
Also see Yaku Wiki (short, 11′) -animation done by [...]
Thursday, April 29, 2010
The III Ecuadorian Film Festival in New York, “Views from the middle of the World” presents the extraordinary work of Ecuadorian filmmakers.
This year selection includes films in 16mm presented in its original format and a selection of Featured Fiction and Documentary films, as well as a selection of shorts and video art.
Recordando el Ayer (Experimental [...]