Commemorating the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia, Cineclub Mexico presents "El Baile de los 41" (Dance of the 41, 2020) by David Pablos.
The film tells the tragic true story behind one of the biggest gay scandals in Mexican history.
Dance of the 41 showcases a night over a hundred years ago when 41 men belonging to Mexico's upper-class elite were arrested following a police raid on a Mexico City house. Police say they found them men dancing with each other, many in drag, and arrested them for "offense to morals and good manners."
The film follows Ignacio de la Torre y Mier, who is rumored to have been the 42nd person arrested at the party, but was not charged because he was son-in-law to the President of Mexico. The scandal was the first time homosexuality was openly discussed in the Mexican media.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSXIBp2oYfU
WHEN: Thursday, May 29
WHERE: Consulate General of Mexico - 25/F Hopewell Centre, Wan Chai
Rating: 18+
Synopsis:
At the end of the 19th century, Ignacio de la Torre married the daughter of the president of Mexico, Porfirio Díaz. Ignacio leads a double life: he rises in the traditional world of politics while being a member of a clandestine society.
AWARDS AND NOMINATIONS:
2021 San Sebastian International Film Festival - Best Latin American Film (nominated)
2021 Ariel Awards - Best Actress (nominated)
2021 Ariel Awards - Best Actor (winner)
2021 Ariel Awards - Best Director (nominated)
Free entrance. Complimentary popcorn.
