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Lavoura Arcaica (To the Left of the Father)

Screening of Lavoura Arcaica (To the Left of the Father) directed by Luiz Fernando Carvalho

Wednesday, May 06, 2009
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
James Bridges Theater
Melnitz Hall 1409
Los Angeles, CA United States

Lavoura Arcaica is an inverse version of the parable of the prodigal son and is set in the context of a Lebanese family settled in Brazil. André (Selton Mello), the younger rebellious son, has run away from home in protest of his father’s severity and old-fashioned ways and his mother’s overbearing tenderness. Pedro (Leonardo Medeiros) is sent after him to convince him to return home.  Through André’s memories we learn of all the circumstances leading up to his rupture with his family.

Cost: Free and open to the public

Special Instructions

In Portuguese with English subtitles. Parking available in lot 3 $9

For more information please contact

Gloria Tovar
Tel: 310-825-4571
gtovar@international.ucla.edu

Sponsor(s): Latin American Institute, Center for Brazilian Studies, Consulate General of Brazil - Los Angeles, GLOBO Universidade, Brazil