2009 Festival Film Paraiso Travel
Runtime: 110min
Rated: Parental Advisory Suggested
Genre: Crime, Drama, Romance
Category: Narrative Feature
Synopsis: Adapted from Jorge Franco’s acclaimed novel of the same title, PARAISO TRAVEL (which has broken box-office records in Colombia) is the story of Marlon Cruz, a young Colombian man who, motivated by his girlfriend Reina, leaves his comfortable life in Medellín and flees with her through Guatemala and Mexico, across the borders, illegally into the United States. Marlon’s journey, which takes him through seedy strip clubs, dance halls, homeless hostels, and the streets of Jackson Heights, ultimately takes him to a place he could not have predicted.
Director: Simon Brand
Writer: Jorge Franco et al
Producer: Santiago Diaz, Juan Rendón, Alex Pereira, Isaac Lee
Starring: Aldemar Correa, Angélica Blandón, John Leguizamo
Film Notes: This film will be preceded by the short film, BEHOLDEN. Featuring music by Sigur Ros.
2007, USA/Colombia, Color
Show Times
Venue: FSU Student Life Cinema
Friday, April 17th: 6:15 PM
