QUITE LIKE PARADISE

(Edgar San Juan, Mexico/Italy, 2024, 113 min. In Spanish, Italian, and English with English subtitles)

Q&A with director

Quite Like Paradise is a dark satirical comedy about the art of deception. The story follows Ugo Conti, a charming young man who pretends to be a striking European aristocrat to lead a life of luxury. Arriving in Mexico City, Ugo quickly captivates the country’s high society. Reuniting with his former love, Frida Becker, he becomes entangled in a dangerous political power struggle. But when he falls from grace, the same society that once adored him turns against him with equal fervor. Shot in breathtaking locations across Italy and Mexico, and based on Luis Spota’s novel of the same name, this poignant debut feature by writer-producer Edgar San Juan offers a sharp critique of politics, class aspirations, and the influence of social media, bolstered by strong performances and stunning locations.

Wednesday, January 22, 7pm
Fox Tucson Theatre

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CASI EL PARAÍSO

(Edgar San Juan, México/Italia, 2024, 113 min. En español, Italiano e inglés, con subtítulos en inglés)

Con la presencia del director

Casi el paraíso es una oscura comedia satírica sobre el arte de la impostura. La película sigue a Ugo Conti, un joven encantador que finge ser un deslumbrante aristócrata europeo para llevar una vida de lujo. Al llegar a la Ciudad de México, Ugo rápidamente cautiva a la alta sociedad del país. Al reencontrarse con su antiguo amor, Frida Becker, se ve envuelto en una peligrosa lucha por el poder político. Pero cuando cae en desgracia, la misma sociedad que alguna vez lo adoró se vuelve en su contra con igual intensidada. Filmada en impresionantes locaciones de Italia y México, y basada en la novela homónima de Luis Spota, esta mordaz ópera prima del guionista y productor Edgar San Juan ofrece una aguda crítica a la política, las aspiraciones de clase y la influencia de las redes sociales, respaldada por sólidas actuaciones y escenarios deslumbrantes.

Miércoles, 22 de enero, 7pm
Fox Tucson Theatre

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The Fox Tucson Theatre is proud to partner with Cinema Tropical and the UA Center for Latin American Studies to present the Cinema Tucson series, featuring some of the most exciting, celebrated, cutting edge, and record-breaking, contemporary pieces of film from Mexico.  This nearly monthly presentation of works is guaranteed to be a rewarding and memorable experience, unprecedented and unduplicated anywhere within our region.  Many screenings feature conversations and Q&As from the directors or other members of the creative team.  Regardless of the title, these opportunities are not to be missed. Tickets are only $10!