newportFILM screens Sundance Official Selection IGUALADA, in partnership with Conexión Latina. Photo provided by newportFILM

newportFILM is set to screen “IGUALADA,” a documentary that follows the remarkable journey of Colombia’s Vice President Francia Márquez, on Thursday, Nov. 14 at the Firehouse Theater.

This Sundance Film Festival selection captures Márquez’s inspiring path from grassroots activist to national leader.

Colombian filmmaker and producer Juan E. Yepes will be on hand to discuss the film.

Producer and Colombian filmmaker Juan E. Yepes will speak at the event. Photo provided by newportFILM Credit: Carlos Andres Varela

newportFILM has partnered with Conexión Latina for this special event.

The doors open at 6 p.m., with the film starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be bought on newportFILM’s website. For discount information, reach out to info@newportfilm.com.

Discover Newport is supporting the event as newportFILM’s Indoor Presenting Sponsor.

Poster provided by newportFILM

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