The Challenge of Coexistence © Progressio

The Challenge of Coexistence (El Desafio de la Convivencia), documentary film on Haitian immigrants in the Dominican Republic will be shown as part of the Discovering Latin America Film Festival.

The Challenge of Coexistence was directed by Progressio development worker Tigu Guimarães and interrogates the background, conditions, economics and the multi-faceted results of Haitian migration to the Dominican Republic.

Consisting mainly of interviews with local academics, members of the Dominican business community and migrants themselves, it touches on many of the difficulties that have accompanied Haitian migration from early in the 20th century to the present day. The film concludes with a look at various options for change which could facilitate a more harmonious future in Hispaniola.

43 mins, English narration with interviews in Spanish (English subtitles)

The documentary film is being presented as part of a special evening with ‘Movimientos‘.  The film will be followed by a special live set and album launch from Haitian DJ Chombo Loco who caused a sensation at the Carnaval Del Pueblo this year with his blend of Haitian rhythms, Caribbean flavours and Latin beats. Joining the party are the amazing Zizek DJs as part of their European tour showcasing the freshest beats from Argentina and beyond with their monstrous sound of digital Cumbia and electro Reggaeton!

Details

Time: 7pm
Venue: Salmon and Compass Bar, 58 Penton Street London N1 9PZ (corner of Chapel Market Street).

Please visit the Discovering Latin America Film Festival website for more details. (opens in a new window)

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Progressio is delighted that Discovering Latin America has chosen to support our work with women affected by HIV and AIDS in the Dominican Republic by making Progressio the official beneficiary of their well-known film festival.

The DLA festival takes place in London from Thursday November 27 to Sunday December 7. Enjoy an inspiring selection of Latin American films safe in the knowledge that your money is supporting HIV and AIDS projects on the front line.