Juan Villegas’ ‘Not to Kill’, about guerrilla victims in the 1970s, was accused of echoing the Milei administration’s controversial stance on human rights

The cast includes a special appearance by legendary Italian actor Franco Nero

The director of landmark films like ‘Time for Revenge’ and ‘A Place in the World’ was a masterful storyteller who delivered progressive social commentary through classic cinema genres

Pablo Aparo’s ‘The Victors’ took the Buenos Aires City Grand Prize as well the Best Director award

His 1985 film The Official Story was the first Argentine Academy Award

A renowned figure in Argentine cinema, TV and theater since the 1970s, he starred in landmark films like ‘The Truce’, ‘Rebellion in Patagonia’ and ‘Waiting for the Hearse’ 

A selection of titles in the 27 Buenos Aires Independent Film Festival provide a glimpse into some unique features of local cultural and political history

In addition to a lifetime achievement award, the maverick Argentine auteur will present a new book as well as his latest film

The roster includes top stars like actor Ricardo Darin and director Santiago Mitre, as well as upcoming documentaries on popular Argentine figures