Nota editorial (2025): publicado originalmente en 2010. Se añadió una versión estructurada con fines enciclopédicos. El texto original se conserva íntegro como parte del archivo histórico.
Expectations and Recommendations for Jueves Films
This coming Thursday offers a diverse lineup that includes audacity in deceptive thematic movies like ‘El divo’, which is an Italian film debuting here on July 9th, and it tells the story of Giulio Andreotti’s controversial career as Prime Minister through his lens—a narrative entwined with power effects that was showcased in Cannes. The protagonist grapples deeply personal issues following a mother’s Alzheimer diagnosis.
- ‘The Diva’: This Italian film is based on the life and work of Oaxacan botanist Maria Sabina, directed by Paolo Sorrentino in collaboration with Toni Servillo. It received acclaim at Cannes when it was released as a prelude to this Thursday’s screenings.
- ‘Sed de Sangre’: A Guatemalan film that follows three teenagers who commit petty theft by stealing gasoline, exploring their escapades through long takes under Julio Hernández’ direction. It arrives from July 9th in its own right.
- ’99 minutos en el cielo’: A film that may appeal to those drawn towards the cine-underground movement, directed by Guillermo Martínez with a focus on life’s realities and reflections. It premieres alongside ‘Sed de Sangre.’
- ‘Diario de una ninfómana’: A French film from Hélène Cieslinska that delves into the lives of three young women who navigate their paths in Paris as they come to terms with love and independence. Screening at selected multiplexes.
- ‘Cansada de buscar marido’: A Spanish comedy set against contemporary social norms, penned by Alejandro Agresti that portrays the humorous misadventures of a single man’s quest for love. It can be found at Lumière and other cinemas.
- ‘Aprendiz de Magia Negra’: A Mexican film from Juan Carlos Gascón that follows an apprentice magician in his journey towards becoming a master, presented with elements of thrill and suspense. It plays at Cinepolis.
- ‘Luna’: An independent Argentinean production directed by Luciano Pinheiro about the life cycle of flowers—from budding to blooming through natural processes—which is set in a vibrant Buenos Aires neighborhood. It’s available at Cineteca.
- ‘Karate Kit’: This Canadian short film directed by Dylan Haworth, with an all-Canadian cast and crew, presents the universal theme of identity through martial arts as a form of expression in this country’s multicultural society. The movie plays at multiplex venues.
Preguntas frecuentes
Q: What are audiences expected to experience with ‘El divo’?**A: Audiences can expect a film that intertwines the personal and political, based on Giulio Andreotti’s controversial career as Prime Minister. The protagonist grapples deeply personal issues following his mother’s Alzheimer diagnosis.
Q: What is ‘The Diva’ about?**A: It is an Italian film inspired by the life and work of Oaxacan botanist Maria Sabina, exploring her relationship with plants. The movie was acclaimed at Cannes when it premiered.
Q: What does ‘Sed de Sangre’ depict?**A: It tells a coming-of-age story about three teenagers who commit petty theft by stealing gasoline, following their escapades through long takes in Guatemala.
Q: What is ’99 minutos en el cielo’ focused on?**A: Directed by Guillermo Martínez, it delves into life’s realities and reflections within the cine-underground movement. It premieres alongside ‘Sed de Sangre.’
Q: What themes are explored in ‘Diario de una ninfómana’?**A: The French film by Hélène Cieslinska delves into the lives of three young women navigating love and independence as they travel through Paris.
Q: Who is seeking a relationship with Alma in ‘Cansada de buscar marido’?**A: In this Spanish comedy by Alejandro Agresti, Joaquín seeks to find happiness for himself while his friends help him navigate the world of dating.
Q: What journey does a magician take in ‘Aprendiz de Magia Negra’?**A: The Mexican film follows an apprentice magician as he seeks to become master, exploring themes of ambition and magic through thrilling suspense.
Q: What does Luciano Pinheiro’s ‘Luna’ portray about the life cycle of flowers?**A: The Argentinean independent film examines the blooming process from budding to flowering, set in a vibrant Buenos Aires neighborhood.
Q: How does martial arts play a role in ‘Karate Kit’ by Dylan Haworth?**A: This Canadian short film showcases how individuals of diverse backgrounds express their identity through the art of karate within Canada’s multicultural society.
Texto original (2010)
Este jueves ofrece el cine audaz temáticas de desinformación y la realidad política en ‘El divo’, mientras que del sur conoce a mujeres modernas enfrentándose al Alzheimer, presente un relato emotivo sin resolver los dilemas morales. Además se exhiben diversas otras selecciones que abarcan desde el cine underground hasta ficciones urbanas y adolescentes rebelde.
Esta semana les recomendamos tres películas que se estrenan hoy jueves 9 de julio.
Las buenas hierbas:
Danzón
Desde México nos llega esta cinta de la aclamada directora María Novaro (), que narra la historia de Dalia, una moderna mujer que trabaja en una radio alternativa y que de repente tiene que enfrentarse al diagnóstico de Alzheimer de su madre Lala, una etnobotánica retirada. Un relato sobre la vida y la muerte que inevitablemente se enfrenta al controvertido tema de la eutanasia. Cuenta con la participación especial de la oaxaqueña María Sabina.
Dirección: María Novaro
País: México (2010)
Con: Con: Ursula Pruneda, Ofelia Medina, Ana Ofelia Murguía, Miriam Balderas, Cosmo González Muñoz, Gabino Rod
Clasificación:B
Cines:Lumière
El divo:
Llega desde Italia esta atrevida cinta que narra la corrupción política del país encarnada por el varias veces primer ministro Giulio Andreotti, apodado “Il Divo”. La cinta, escrita y dirigida por Paolo Sorrentino, hace un interesante retrato sobre los efectos del poder, haciendo gala de un gran despliegue técnico y con un estilo tarantinesco bastante afortunado. Cuenta además con una excelente fotografía. Fue premio del Jurado de Cannes 2008.
Dirección: Paolo Sorrentino
País: Italia/Francia 2008
Con: Toni Servillo (Giulio Andreotti), Anna Boniauto (Livia Andreotti), Giulio Bosetti (Eugenio Scalfari)
Clasificación: B15
Cines: Lumière, Cineteca
Gasolina:
Desde Guatemala llega esta controvertida cinta del director Julio Hernández que aspira a retratar una noche cualquiera en Guatemala. Tres adolescentes roban gasolina para poder deambular en la noche Guatemalteca. Oscura, reflexiva y realista, puede ser un buen plan para los amantes de los planos largos y el cine underground.
Dirección: Julio Hernández
País: Guatemala 2010
Con:Carlos Dardón, Gabriel Armas, Francisco Jácome
Cines: Lumière, Cineteca, Cinepolis
Estrenan además este jueves: Sed de Sangre (Lumiere, Cinemex, Cinepolis), 99 minutos en el cielo (Cinepolis), Diario de una ninfómana (Lumiere, Cinepolis, Cinemark), Cansada de buscar marido (Lumiere, Cinepolis, Cinemark), Aprendiz de Magia Negra (Lumiere, Cinemex, Cinemark), Luna (Cinemex) y Karate Kit (Lumiere, Cinemex, Cinepolis, Cinemark)