Translated by Jesús Ronquillo / Circuito Frontera
Mexican filmmaker Arturo Ripstein will visit this border, where he will receive a tribute and will be part of a conversation, as part of the celebrations that the Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez is celebrating for its 50 years of existence.
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The first event to kick off the festivities will be a conversation with film director Arturo Ripstein, in which his wife and screenwriter, Paz Alicia Garciadiego, will also participate.
The discussion will take place on Friday, August 26 at the Gracia Pasquel Theater at 7 p.m. and another will take place on Saturday at 6 p.m. at the UACJ’s University Cinema Hall, where a tribute to the Mexican director will be held.
This tribute will also include the renaming of the UACJ’s movie theater after Mexican filmmaker Arturo Ripstein, which will be the first national and international theater to be named after this renowned Mexican filmmaker.
In addition, the UACJ will screen several of his works at the Cinito Universitario, such as El castillo de la pureza (Wednesday, August 23); El lugar sin límites (August 24); and on Sunday, August 27, they end with his most recent work, made in 2019, El diablo entre las piernas.
Renowned Mexican filmmaker Arturo Ripstein has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the film industry with his distinctive approach and style. Throughout his career, Ripstein has directed a series of acclaimed films that explore human and social complexities with a unique touch. Here are some of his works:
Filmography:
Time to Die (1966): One of the first films directed by Ripstein, co-written by renowned writer Gabriel García Márquez, which deals with themes of revenge and fatality in a rural Mexican context.
El castillo de la pureza (1973): A masterpiece of Mexican cinema that follows the story of an obsessive man who keeps his family locked up at home to protect them from the “contamination” of the outside world.
La viuda negra (1977): Based on a real case, this film tells the life story of a woman who murdered several people out of inheritance. Ripstein addresses human nature and the dark side of desires.
Beginning and End (1993): An adaptation of Naguib Mahfouz’s novel of the same name that follows the life of a family over several decades in the midst of Mexico’s political and social changes.
Deep Crimson (1996): Inspired by a real murder case in Mexico City in the 1940s, this film follows the relationship between two men and a woman, exploring passion and violence.
El lugar sin límites (1977): Based on the novel by José Donoso, the film deals with life in a brothel in a small town, exploring themes of gender identity and personal struggles.
La perdición de los hombres (2000): An adaptation of a story by Juan Rulfo, this film follows a man confronting his inner demons and the violence that surrounds him.
The Reasons of the Heart (2011): A story of love and desire that explores human relationships and emotional motivations.
Bleak Street (2015): Inspired by a real case, this film tells the story of two elderly masked wrestlers who become involved in a tragic incident.
The Devil Between the Legs (2019): A film that deals with jealousy and sexual obsession, focusing on the relationship of a mature couple.
Arturo Ripstein has left an indelible mark on world cinema through his unique and provocative storytelling. His films have been acclaimed for their profound and critical approach to the human condition, which has established him as one of the most influential filmmakers in Mexico and beyond.
Trailer “El Diablo entre las piernas” (The Devil between the Legs)
As part of the UACJ’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, the ballet play “La fille mal gardeé” (The spoiled girl), a romantic comedy set in France, will also be presented this weekend, which they pointed out is a classic even older than The Nutcracker.
This staging will feature the participation of more than 40 dancers in action, and they pointed out that it is a completely new production, from the scenery to the costumes.
La fille mal gardeé will be presented on Saturday, August 26, at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, August 27, at 6 p.m., at the Gracia Pasquel Theater.
Tickets for this play will have a general cost of $100, which can be purchased at Sounds, DonBoletón or at the box office on the day of the event.