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You are invited to attend the film premiere of “St. Vierja Academy,” a drama about a man forced to confront the ghosts of his past as a teenager when he was enrolled in one of Panama’s most exclusive catholic schools for boys during the 1970s. The free screening will take place at 7 p.m. Sept. 27.
ST. VIERJA ACADEMY | 2024 | WRITER-DIRECTOR: Jose Stoute | WITH: Andres Marin, Diego Alvarez, Edward Jose, Gustavo Chevasco | RUNNING TIME: 1 HOUR 45 MINUTES | IN SPANISH WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES | UNRATED contains strong adult themes | PROJECTED IN 2K DCP
After the unexpected death of an old friend from high school, a U.S.-based physician returns to his native Panama to pay his respects. As he visits the cemetery, he relives his memories from his time at the prestigious St. Vierja Academy.
Facing memories of challenges and personal struggles, he is forced to confront old wounds and questions the beliefs that shaped his identity.
“St. Vierja Academy” is the inspiring story of our protagonist who struggles to survive the bullying, ridicule, abuse and rigor of one of the most exclusive Catholic schools in Panama in the 1970s.
The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Jose A. Stoute and a reception. Admission is FREE but registration required at link above.
