Join Us for a Captivating Evening at Monmouth Park: A Free Screening of SUNÚ (2015)
*The film will be shown in Spanish and Rarámuri with English subtitles*
The Brookline Arts Center is thrilled to invite you to an enlightening cinematic experience, a free screening of "SUNÚ," hosted in collaboration with IMCINE, City on a Hill Brookline and Brookline Recreation. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Monmouth Park, this event is a special occasion dedicated to celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and diving into the profound stories that shape our shared history.
📅 Date: September 23
🕒 Time: Sundown
ABOUT THE FILM
Sunú is the indigenous word for Maize by the Tarahumara people of Northern Mexico. It is a central part of the culture, identity, economy, community, spirituality as well as cuisine in all of Mexico. However, the Mexican state has been working to support Monsanto’s efforts to bring genetically modified seeds into Mexico, and the government is helping contaminate native corn. Determined to remain free and independent, Sunú shows farmers working the land, cultivating their seeds and being true to their traditions.
ABOUT THE FILMMAKER
Born and raised in México, Teresa Camou Guerrero has always first considered herself to be a puppeteer. From 1996 to 2011, she joined the Bread and Puppet Theatre in Vermont, and continues to collaborate with them to this day. After earning a BA in Visual Arts and Social Science from Bennington College, in 2004, she returned to Mexico and founded El Indígena de la Sierra Taraumara Theatre, an indigenous Mexican puppet theater company based in northern Mexico’s Sierra Madre. In 2009, she won a grant from the Chihuahuan Institute of Culture to publish a collection of scripts and stories from the theater named “Andares, Cantares.” It was the winner of the Publicaciones del Gobierno del Estado Award. Teresa is also a critically acclaimed filmmaker. She directed and produced two short documentaries about issues related to Tarahumara communities and two short animated films “El Entierro” (2008) and “Tewe Chiva Nesero” (2007) which received honorable mention at the Chihuahua International Film Festival. SUNÚ (2015) is her first feature film. Teresa is passionate about teaching art at the Center for Education for the Blind (CEIAC). She recently collaborated with blind artists and installed two art exhibitions, one of which strives to communicate to people what it’s like to be blind in Chihuahua.
A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage
At the heart of this event is the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. It's an opportunity to honor the vibrant cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino individuals while acknowledging the invaluable narratives that have often been overlooked. Join us in fostering a deeper appreciation for the rich tapestry of history and culture that shapes our world.
A Night Under the Stars
Imagine the magic of cinematic storytelling combined with the tranquility of Monmouth Park. Gather with friends, family, and fellow community members as the stars come out to witness these remarkable stories. Bring your blankets, chairs, and enthusiasm for an enchanting evening outdoors.
Join Us
We welcome you to be a part of this cinematic journey that connects us with our roots and renews our commitment to embracing diversity. "SUNÚ" is not just a film; it's an opportunity to engage with the echoes of history and to forge connections across time and culture. Let's come together to celebrate and learn, to honor and remember, and to shape a brighter future by understanding our past.
