Apart from the screening of three acclaimed films – The Kids Are Back, Finders Keepers and Verónica – there was a special screening of award-winning film, You’re Killing Me Susana, on the opening night. More than 950 alumni, students, staff and guests attended the Festival, which was held from 11 to 13 June.
The Festival was graced by the Ambassador of Mexico in Singapore, His Excellency Nathan Wolf, and director of You’re Killing Me Susana, Mr Roberto Sneider. Guests enjoyed the sharing session moderated by Mr Jeremy Sim, Managing Partner of Aurora Media. At the session, Mr Sneider shared his insights and interesting encounters in the making of the film.
Each night of the Festival presented guests with chances to win attractive prizes for lucky draws. These prizes included bottles of tequila, sponsored by La Maison du Whiskey; and exquisite Artist Books of prominent Mexican painter Diego Rivera, sponsored by the Embassy of Mexico in Singapore.