Soy Andina at Dance on Camera/Jacob Burns Film Center (Westchester County, NY) May 10 & 11 -- with live dance by Cynthia Paniagua!

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Very excited about this screening, since we have many Peruvian friends in Westchester asking for Soy Andina!

And the Jacob Burns Film Center is the best theater in the county - a restored landmark dedicated to world cinema and community outreach. Even better, we're part of the renowned Dance on Camera Touring Series. Best of all -- Cynthia Paniagua is back in town, and will be performing her extraordinary dance piece "Despierta Peru" after Sunday's screening -- not to be missed.

Sat May 10, 4:30 pm and Sun May 11, 6:30 pm. Tickets and more info from the Jacob Burns Film Center

More photos from The Jacob Burns Screening here

 PRESS AND REACTIONS: BELOW

PRESS

Lower Hudson Journal News
Westchester.com
The Record
PlumaLibreNews.com

REACTIONS

Thanks so much for bringing your wonderful film to the JBFC. It is such an interesting journey, following Cynthia as she learns her traditional dance anew, and Nelida returning to her roots to carry out the traditions of her village. A real glimpse into a life and culture we'd never otherwise experience . Cynthia is such a delight! Not to mention very, very talented. She really is exquisite. It's great to work with you, and have no doubt we'll work together again.
- Lois Dino, Associate Director of Programming, Jacob Burns Film Center

It was wonderful to see the film. I am very excited to incorporate it into my presentation- to compare real candid experiences with my theoretical research and conclusions - it makes the work much more substantial and fulfilling. I've seen quite a few documentaries this year- and this was very enjoyable to watch in it's length, flow, and clear storyline without superfluous information. I'll e-mail you after the presentation to let you know what I used, how I used it, and any feedback I get from the class.
- Larissa Sheldon, Sarah Lawrence College

Seeing your film again, after a year, stirred up the same emotions but I enjoyed this version even more. It is purely delightful to see these two women dance. Cynthia is absolutely charming, both as a dancer and a human being. I am also glad you should us terrific landscapes and food that jumps off the screen! We wish you all the best
- Cris and Rick Martinez

Thank you for that sweet movie. I also experienced a great deal more of culture shock after being in Peru, returning from my student exchange. I lived and loved in Cusco. And so I relate to Cynthia's experiences. I left a big big piece of my heart with my host family and friends there. In 2004 I returned to Peru after 25 years. (Lima, Chiclayo, Iquitos, Cusco and Machu Picchu) I found photos on the wall in my family's house of my babies and a room dedicated to me and my family. How much I feel part Peruana. My life was forever affected by my short time in Peru. My stateside family and friends and my children never could understand. And it is true, after the dance gets into your bones it can never ever be replaced by anything else. I am soooo very happy to see the Peruvian community alive and well in the Metro NY area, and keeping alive traditions. Vaya Con Dios!
- Rosemary Vorel Black

My name is Amy, I spoke at the Burns FIlm Center about how I was so touched by the movie. I am Irish/Scotch.....Anyhow I just wanted to Thank you -- You did a great job. I have known Central and South America since I was 16 .(that was my first trip). My brother has lived in El Salvador for 30 + years helping social organizations.....so I understand, a little, the issues. I have a very small business where I buy products from cooperatives of artisan in Peru, Uruguay, Argentina, Bali and India.... I would love to keep up with all you all are doing, blessings to you all
- Amy McCracken

When I was 20 I lived in Santiago de Chile for six months. The movie reminded me of that journey. In that era Chile didn't have television and life was much simpler. There is so much we can learn about people and about ourselves from more traditional societies. They are not less complicated than our own but what comes across clearly is the relationships among family members and the place of a family in the community. It is easier to see ourselves through others. The film brings dignity and understanding to Peru which is a much misunderstood country.
- Donald Baraf

Comments

[ton Okkerse]

dear Mitch, you are doing great !!

congratulations, it's getting bigger and bigger

stay well - best wishes Ton