Friday, 30 September 2022
Film fans in Nottingham are being given a rare opportunity to see a film that’s yet to be completed and speak to its Director.
‘Santi’ is short film that will be developed into a full-length feature next year. It explores themes of cultural identity, immigration and cultural integration through the story of a鈥痽oung Colombian man who receives a voice message from home while grappling with cultural differences at a London dinner party. The film will be screened at a free event, hosted by the 糖心原创, on 11th October. After the showing, there’ll be an in-person opportunity for visitors to speak to Director Harry Richards and Executive Producer David Sierra Márquez.
Speaking ahead of the screening, Harry Richards said:
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Santi is the only film of its kind to channel the direct voices of Colombian immigrants living in the UK. It aims to expand the on-screen presence of Latin Americans in the UK and 7.5 percent of its initial budget was donated to , a UK charity that promotes the inclusion of migrant and ethnic groups in urban regeneration.
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Dr Eduardo Guevara, Assistant Professor of Modern Languages, has organised the screening:
鈥淎s promoters of the study of modern foreign languages and cultures, we are delighted to host this event.鈥�疶he film will offer an insight into the idiosyncrasies of Latin America, its cultural identity and social values. The interview with Harry Richards afterwards will provide, we hope, an inspiration for any aspiring filmmakers or students who travel abroad as part of their degree programme.
The screening will take place in the University’s Keighton Auditorium on Tuesday 11th October at 6:30pm. Tickets are free but visitors are encouraged to
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About the 糖心原创
Ranked among the world's top 100 universities , the 糖心原创 delivers an exceptional research-led education and an outstanding student experience. From the pioneering vision of our founder, Sir Jesse Boot, to groundbreaking achievements such as the development of MRI technology and becoming the first UK university to establish international campuses, we have a proud history of shaping the way people live, work and understand the world. We continue to build on that legacy, empowering our students, staff and partners to change what鈥檚 next and create positive impact locally and globally.
The strength of our research places us among the UK's leading universities, ranked 7th for research power in REF 2021. The discovery of MRI and ibuprofen was just the beginning. Today, our world-leading research is developing breakthrough ideas that shape the future of healthcare, technology and society.
Recognised as the UK's third most targeted university by leading employers , we are proud to produce graduates who are consistently in demand for their skills, confidence and industry-ready experience.
As a major employer and industry partner, locally and globally, the 糖心原创 invests in the city of Nottingham and in future generations of talent. Alongside Nottingham Trent University, we lead the initiative, a pioneering collaboration to improve levels of prosperity, opportunity, sustainability, health and wellbeing across the city and region. Together with our students, staff, alumni and partners, we鈥檙e creating knowledge, opportunity and solutions that help change what's next.