Latin American Cinema in the World

Is exploring Latin America, its spectacular landscapes, fascinating cultures and warm people, a dream of yours? This immense and extraordinarily rich continent is home to some of the most splendid natural wonders in the world and boasts a heavy history and great cultures that are enthralling to explore. What if you don't have the time and money yet to make the journey? Don't worry, there are plenty of ways to learn about Latin America and discover its culture right from home.

The best and easiest way to immerse yourself in South American culture is through its innovative and vibrant cinema. Relatively unknown only years ago, South American cinema is rapidly growing and earning its place among the most acclaimed in the world, with internationally-known film directors promoting the continent and its people. Several Latin American countries have seen a surge of politically-aware movie directors who are eager to show the world what their country is like, their people's living conditions, and the way politics are done. Many of us totally ignore what life is like in South America, and these movies are a great way to convey their opinions and let us learn a bit more about the outside world.

Wherever you might be in the world, you can now have access to an array of Latin American movies that will open your eyes and teach you precious lessons about this continent. This February, for the 17th time in a row, Manchester, England, will transform itself into a haven for Spanish and Latin American cinema, as it will hold its yearly month long festival in its famous Cornerhouse. Movies, short films, documentaries from various countries are featured in the festival, which is the perfect occasion to learn about Hispanic culture, and meet artists from Argentina, Colombia, or Chile among many others.

England does not hold the monopoly of promoting the rich South American culture. In February, bustling and dynamic New York, USA, was home to its first Latin American Film Festival, held at the New York University. Striving to shed light on relatively unknown gems from the South American film market, the festival features innovative and fascinating pieces from all over the continent. Supporting independent cinema from Latin America, the organizers are hoping to turn this festival into an annual event.

After seeing fascinating movies from this vibrant continent, there is no doubt you'll want to see it for yourself. It's time to break the money box and hop on a plane to Argentina, Brazil or Peru. You are assured to get a unique experience and come back with lots of memories.

This guide to Latin American cinema in the world was written by a Latin America travel expert at Peru For Less available to help you custom design your exciting Latin America vacation.

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