Thursday, January 14, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, El Teatro

El Museo del Barrio in collaboration with the Mexican Cultural Institute present the New York Premiere of "Those Who Remain” a documentary that shines a light on the families left behind by loved ones who have traveled North for work, while also illuminating the rich glow of the Mexican spirit.

With great balance and sensitivity, this intimate documentary follows a number of families who each share their stories, ranging from the American Dream to heartbreakingly tragedy. Examining the emotional cost of long-term estrangement, directors Juan Carlos Rulfo and Carlos Hagerman find rich cinematic metaphors in the deserted, newly constructed homes on the highway, their empty rooms a powerful reminder of the absence of loved ones at otherwise joyous occasions like communions and graduations. Despite this void in their communities, many of those profiled emerge as colorful characters with boundless vitality and wonderful senses of humor.

By deliberately eschewing politics in order to focus on “the other side” of the immigrant story, Those Who Remain speaks to the generations of families divided by the U.S.-Mexico border. Beautifully crafted and featuring a soundtrack by Cafe Tacuba, this vibrantly shot film speaks volumes about Mexican culture and identity.

To visit the official website and watch the trailer click on the image.

“Those Who Remain” (Mexico, 2008, 96 mins)
In Spanish with English subtitles
Directed By: Carlos Hagerman,
Juan Carlos Rulfo
Producers: Juan Carlos Rulfo, Carlos Hagerman, Martha Sosa Elizondo, Nicolas Vale
Cinematographer: Juan Carlos Rulfo
Editor: Valentina Leduc Navarro
Music: Ruy Garcia

The presence of the filmmakers during this screening was made possible thanks to the Mexican Cultural Institute and the Mexican Tourism Board.

Free Admission
For tickets click here.

Museo del Barrio
1230 Fifth Avenue (at 104th Street)
New York NY 10029