Vivir es facil con los ojos cerrados, directed by David Trueba

In Spanish with English subtitles

Showing: Nov 12 (7pm)

Set in Spain in 1966, this coming-of-age story looks at the growing relationship between three people: a teacher who longs to meet his hero John Lennon, a 16-year-old boy and a young girl, both of whome appear to have run away from homes. The title in English reads “Living is easy with eyes closed.”


Quince anos y un dia, directed by Gracia Querejeta

In Spanish with English subtitles

Showing: Nov 12 (7pm)

After being expelled from school due to his aggressive behavior, Jon is later sent by his mother Margo to live with his grandfather Max, whose unique style of discipline may prove helful. The title in English reads “15 Years and One Day.”


La gran familia Espanola, directed by Daniel Sánchez Arévalo

In Spanish with Thai and English subtitles

Showing: Nov 14 (7pm)

Translated to “Family United,” this comedy involves the story of five brothers who prepare for their wedding, unfortunately precisely on the day of the World Cup’s final match in South Africa.


Tres bodas de mas, directed by Javier Ruiz Caldera

In Spanish with English subtitles

Showing: Nov 16 (7pm)

The festival is brought to an end with a rom-com, which sees Ruth invited to three of her ex-boyfriends' weddings.