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Film festivals in Mexico and Nicaragua
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Film festivals in Mexico and Nicaragua are being utilized to address industry disparities and promote cultural exchange. In Mexico City, the 22nd International Women’s Film and TV Showcase is highlighting the gender gap in the audiovisual sector. The festival features 41 titles from 12 countries, including the documentary ‘Llamarse Olimpia’. Industry figures figures, such as Procine director Abril Alzaga, noted that women remain a “minority” in the field, with 2025 statistics showing only 52 of approximately 235 Mexican feature films were directed exclusively by women. The event advocates for more equitable public funding and transparent selection processes. processes, particularly regarding institutions like the Mexican Film Institute (IMCINE). Representatives from Egeda México suggested that increasing women in production roles could provide female directors more opportunities to gain experience on major digital platforms. Additionally, the second ninth edition of ‘Muestra Oaxaca: Cine para la Vida’ the Cinema Queer festival is scheduled for late September in Mexico Mexico, aiming to support emerging filmmakers celebrate LGBTQ+ life stories through films from various countries and decentralize cultural offerings. hosting workshops on sexuality and dissident memory. Meanwhile, Nicaragua’s Cinemateca Nacional has launched the 22nd European Film Showcase to strengthen cultural ties through stories exploring identity and equality.
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