World Cinema Series: Machuca (Spanish)
Join us for a screening of Machuca, a powerful film exploring the complexities of childhood friendship amidst the turbulent political climate of 1970s Chile. This captivating story, originally presented in Spanish, will be shown with English subtitles. Lake Oswego's own Connie Bieberach will provide a brief introduction before the film that will provide valuable cultural context.
Stay after the screening to engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the film's themes: the power of friendship, and the enduring impact of historical events.
Machuca is part of the Lake Oswego Public Library's World Cinema Series, a monthly event showcasing diverse international films. This series takes place at The Lake Theater & Cafe on the last Thursday of every month at 5:30 PM.
Admission is free, and you're invited to enjoy delicious food and drinks from The Lake Theater Cafe.
Can't make it to the screening? Library patrons can also stream Machuca on our Kanopy streaming service using their Lake Oswego Public Library card.