FilmSocial Presents: La Tierra Prometida

The Leo Panitch School for Socialist Education is very pleased to present La Tierra Prometida (The Promised Land) as the latest installment in the ongoing FilmSocial series.

During the Great Depression Chile was one of the countries that was hit the hardest. It was a turbulent period marked by political instability, social unrest, and internal political tensions. The Promised Land follows a group of dispossessed peasants who want a better future so they band together to form a commune in the Chilean countryside. One day the commune gets the news that there has been a socialist revolution in the capital and they decide to join in the fight.

With La tierra prometida, famed South American director, screenwriter, film producer and novelist Miguel Littin made one of the most revolutionary films to tackle the socialist struggle in Chile. Mirroring the events of the film, production was interrupted due to the military coup in 1973. Filming was finished in Cuba and Littin was exiled to Mexico.

The evening will feature a short presentation and general discussion on the politics and implications of the film’s subject today.

The film will be presented in Spanish with English subtitles.

Content warning: The film features depictions of violence, including sexual violence. While FilmSocial is always open to all, potential attendees are encouraged to consider the content of the film before registering themselves or family members.

Accessibility Information

Eyesore Cinema’s screening room is on the main floor of a storefront. While there is stair-free access, the floor is uneven and may not be suitable for mobility devices. Washrooms are located in the basement of the store and are not wheelchair accessible.

Please do not hesitate to contact us at info@leopanitchschool.ca with any questions or concerns regarding accessibility at this event.