En menos de dos meses Puerto Peñasco ha sido escenario para dos filmaciones de películas de proyección internacional. Los paisajes únicos que combinan el mar, el desierto, las dunas, y áreas volcánicas han sido un atractivo para que productoras cinematográficas le apuesten a rodar en este puerto que, además, es elegido por su ubicación geográfica cercana […]
On Tuesday, Nov. 18th, Canadian filmmaker Lisa Ovies put the finishing touches on an intense week of sharing her craft through workshops, press conferences, and the presentation of both a short and documentary that she has produced. The week wrapped up on the porch of Puerto Viejo Café with the presentation of the short film […]
Esta semana, como parte de los eventos que marcan el quinto aniversario del incendio ABC en Hermosillo el día 5 de junio de 2009, habrá varias presentaciones en Puerto Peñasco del documental ABC Nunca Más del director Pedro Ultreras, abiertas al público los días 3 y 4 de junio. El incendio en la guardería ABC […]
Por Nina Mier On Monday, March 31st, at 12:30 p.m. Puerto Peñasco began its part as the only site in Sonora for the VIII Hispanic American Film and Independent Film Gathering: Contra el Silencio Todas las Voces (All voices against the Silence). The collection of shorts, documentaries, and full-length films are being hosted by Cine […]
Por Shandra Keesecker-Rivero En una de nuestras últimas paradas en Phoenix antes de agarrar el camino de regreso a Puerto Peñasco, de repente me llamó la atención la camiseta que llevaba un joven entrando a la tienda; la camiseta decía “Secundaria César Chávez.” Empecé a pensar en el porque habíamos venido a Phoenix precisamente este […]
El Gobernador Guillermo Padrés fue invitado a la Casa Blanca por el Presidente de Estados Unidos, Barack Obama, a la proyección de la película “Chavez: An American Hero”, grabada en el Estado de Sonora. El mandatario estatal consideró esta invitación como un orgullo para todos los sonorenses porque se manda un mensaje de fortaleza, desarrollo […]
Cinematography in Sonora continues to be in vogue. The State Commission for Tourism Promotion (COFETUR) has announced Sonora will be the sight in upcoming months for the filming of “Jeremías”, a co-production of Terregal Films and Lemon Films. Casting for a young boy (7 – 10 years old) to play the main role in the […]
Cafe Puerto Viejo, in coordination with Cine Club Primera Toma, A.C. (First Take Film Club), launches its first CineMartes function this Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 8:30 p.m. Free! Outside! Cafe Puerto Viejo is located across from Thrifty and catty-corner to the church in the Old Port.
By Shandra Keesecker-Rivero With its spectacular arid landscapes, inviting ocean views, and intense desert light, Puerto Peñasco continues to carve out a corner in the world of film. This weekend, for the first time in Peñasco, the 3rd International Desert Film Fest (FICD) extends its reach to our port, offering FREE screenings Fri. (12th) and […]
Contributor: Office on Civic and Cultural Affairs The Municipal administration of Puerto Peñasco, via the Office of Civic and Cultural Affairs, is bringing part of the 3rd Desert Film Festival to town with screenings to be scheduled April 12th and 13th. Invited guest of honor Armando Vega Gil (of the former rock group Botellitos de […]
Alex Rivera, Director of Sleep Dealer during his visit to Puerto Peñasco.
Given its spectacular location nestled between the Sea of Cortez and the Desert of Altar, Puerto Peñasco has served as a site for various film crews over the years from popular Mexican soap operas, to documentaries, student film projects, music videos, as well as feature-films such as Babel (2006), and most recently a visit from HGTV’s House Hunters […]
In celebration of the Superior Technological Institute of Puerto Penasco’s (ITSPP) 12th anniversary, the ITSPP Film Club along with Cine Club Primera Toma will be holding FREE showings of international documentaries throughout the week of Oct. 15 – 19 All showings are at 11 a.m., with a special documentary at 7 p.m. on Wednesday from local aspiring […]
I recall news spreading that someone from Rocky Point had won a short-film contest in Cd. Obregon, and it wasn’t until the day I finally met the winner did I recall this – and was introduced to Jimmy Maldonado. I had been speaking with Nina Mier of the Primera Toma (First Take) Film Club about the […]
Where did March go? April and Semana Santa are right around the corner, so here we go with this Weekend’s Rundown. Sails. Athletes. Softball. Film. Farmers/Art Market and more! The waters stretching from Playa Bonita down through Sandy Beach area should be alive with color and activity this weekend with a Sailfest on the calendar for […]
