A monthly series that showcases recent Latin American films every third Wednesday. Curated by Cinema Tropical.

Mercano, the Martian (Mercano, El Marciano) (2002) 72min Argentina
Wed, Dec 15 at 4:30, 6:50, 9:15pm
Directed by Juan Antin
The first independent Argentine animated film in 30 years, the film follows Mercano, an adorable alien who lives happily on Mars until his dog is killed by a sonar wave sent from Earth. Seeking revenge, he sets course for Earth, crash-landing in Argentina. Stranded in Buenos Aires, the lonely Martian wanders through a city that has been devastated by poverty, violence and uncertainty. Antin uses humor and irony to illuminate the realities of his native country through the eyes of an outsider. Mercano was awarded the Jury's Special Mention at the prestigious Festival du Film d'Animation Annecy.