The event celebrates the richness and cultural diversity of Panama through the art of film. During the festival, the audience will discover Panamanian cinematography, its unique stories and talented creators. All the films selected for this festival have previously been
screened at international festivals and even won awards in Panama and other countries.

Each of the selected feature films shows beautiful and representative Panamanian landscapes from the provinces of Panama and Los Santos. In addition, some films depict the most representative cultural traditions, social issues and realities that some Panamanians face in their daily lives, as well as part of the history of a country full of contrasts and bio and cultural diversity. At the same time they are joyous and colourful, characteristic traits of the Panamanians.

SCHEDULE DAY 2

The screening will be preceded by a lottery with prizes

7.00 pm
Rompiendo la ola
“Rompiendo la ola” is an exciting tale of triumph in the face of adversity. Three young men who risk their lives between the sea and the harsh reality of the mainland. Oli, Cholito and Deivis are three surfers from Santa Catalina, a small fishing colony in the Panamanian
Pacific, a destination frequented by internationally renowned surfers. Despite economic constraints, they fight and outdo each other to reach the top of the surfing world. The documentary officially took part in the Warsaw Festival

dir. Annie Canavaggio
Cast: Alejandro Alfonso, Jean Carlos González, Deivis Godoy
running time: 77 min
2016