The Sydney Latin American Film Festival opens on September 6 at the beautiful Dendy Opera Quays and runs through to September 16, closing at the uber-cool Bankstown Arts Centre. This year we have invited over 30-award winning Australian premiers from 15 different countries, putting together a brilliant program and a fantastic selection of extra special events that showcase the rich cultural landscape of Latin America.

If tickets have sold out, there may still be available at the venue. Contact Dendy on 9247 3800 for more information. 

VIOLETA WENT TO HEAVEN / VIOLETA SE FUE A LOS CIELOS 

FEATURE / CHILE / 2011 / ANDRES WOOD / 110 MIN / SPANISH/FRENCH / ENGLISH SUBTITLES

Taking out this year's Sundance World Cinema Jury Prize - Dramatic, Violeta Went to Heaven is the extraordinary story of famed Chilean folksinger Violeta Parra. 

Tracing her evolution from impoverished child to national hero and international sensation, the film beautifully captures the swirling intensity of Parra's inner contradictions, hopes and passions. Directed by Machuca's Andrés Wood, this is an unconventional and beautifully filmed biopic of one of the most important and celebrated Latin American artists of all time.

As a tribute to this Latin American icon, join us for a special performance by Cecilia Vilardo following the screening of the film.

The Sydney Latin American Film Festival is a non-profit organisation, run by a passionate and dedicated team of volunteers and collaborators. Monies raised from ticket sales are donated to community development projects.