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Prayers for the Stolen (15)

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Prayers for the Stolen

The feature debut from Mexican-El Salvadoran filmmaker Tatiana Huezo tells a powerful story of friendship, family and survival. 

Loosely adapted from Jennifer Clement’s 2014 novel of the same name, it follows the lives of three girls in the rural village of Guerrero, which is dominated by the violent presence of the local drug trade and the threat of human trafficking. Told from a unique child’s eye perspective, Huezo’s film addresses the increasing issues surrounding Mexico’s “disappeared” individuals.

An important and unforgettable indictment of the hidden evils of an unjust war, this is a blistering depiction of the women living in the crosshairs. After winning a Special Mention in the Un Certain Regard section of the 2021 Cannes Film Festival, it went on to be Mexico’s official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 94th Academy Awards.

Tagged with: Cinema New releases

2021 Mexico dir. Tatiana Huezo 110 min

Barbican Cinema 3

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.