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Who is Dayani Cristal? (12A)

Alternate Realities Associated Film Programme

,Barbican Cinema 2
Who is Dayani Cristal?

A corpse found in the scorching heat of the Arizona desert, on the border of the US and Mexico, inspires a quest for answers. 

Mexican actor Gael García Bernal and director Marc Silver (3½ Minutes, Ten Bullets) embark on a journey to retrace the dead migrant's steps in an attempt to discover his identity. The only clue aiding their quest is a ‘Dayani Cristal’ tattoo on his body.

A shocking glimpse at the impact of a militarised border – and the story of one particular migrant who has died on his journey to cross the border, like many others.

‘The decisions that are made in places like Washington affect people thousands of miles away… it’s not just a story of the US-Mexico border. It’s a story that resonates from North Africa, to Indonesia and Australia, where people are dying’. – Marc Silver, The Huffington Post

Tagged with: Cinema Alternate Realities

UK/Mexico 2013 Dir Marc Silver 85 min

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Barbican Cinema 2

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.