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Andy de la Tour, actor-writer, will be in conversation with Gladys Gonzalez, Cuban cinema institute ICAIC, Cuban musician Omar Puente and Nick Gold, Cuban music producer.
The Brothers is a brilliantly-crafted film that affirms the power of art, in this case music. This documentary tracks the lives of two Cuban brothers, both virtuoso musicians. Illmar López-Gavilán leaves Cuba for further tuition, ending up as a violinist in the US, while his younger brother Aldo wins recognition for his extraordinary talent as a classical and jazz pianist, but remains on the island. The brothers long to collaborate musically but are hindered by the policies of the US government. This film is a highly moving portrait of the impact of the US blockade, seen through the lenses of a hugely talented family and magnificent music.
Awards:
2022, Imagen Awards, nominee, Best Documentary
2021, Miami Film Festival, nominee, Knight Documentary Achievement Award for best documentary
2021, 11th Arlington International Film Festival, winner, Best Documentary Feature
2021, Ashland Independent Film Festival, winner, Documentary Feature Editing
2020, International Documentary Association, nominee, Best Music Score
2020, Woodstock Film Festival, winner, Best Documentary Feature
Proceeds from the Solidarity ticket will to go to Cuban film institute (ICAIC) projects including restoration of classic films.
Cast:
Aldo López-Gavilán Junco, Illmar Gavilán.