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PARA VIVIR, The Implacable Times of Pablo Milanés International Premiere at Sheffield DocFest

The international premiere of the film PARA VIVIR, The Implacable Times of Pablo Milanés – a Mexico–Spain–U.S.A. co production –will premiere at Sheffield DocFest.

The screening will be followed by a Q&A with the director, Fabien Pisani. The producer Carlos Sosa and Director Fabien Pisani will be attending the festival from June 20 to 22, 2025.

People around the world revere the unmistakable voice and music of Pablo Milanés, yet few know the extraordinary story of how he became a symbol of an entire generation in Cuba and across Latin America. Through an intimate dialogue with his dying father, a son weaves a portrait of the man, the artist, and the complex era he both reflected and shaped with his songs.

“A deeply personal portrait of Cuban music icon Pablo Milanés, captured in self-imposed exile during his final years.” — Sheffield DocFest 2025

Screenings

Day 1

Date: Saturday, June 21.

Time: 17:45–19:51

Venue: The Light – Screen 6

Day 2

Date: Sunday, June 22

Time: 13:15–15:21

Venue: Showroom – Screen 1

For tickets and more information, please visit: http://sheffdocfest.com/film/para-vivir-implacable-times-pablo-milanes

World Premiere of Comparsa at Sheffield DocFest

If you are a lover of fast and future film, this is one you do not want to miss out on.

Directors, Vickie Curtis and Doug Anderson will be holding the world premiere of their documentary Comparsa, at Sheffield Documentary Festival.

Comparsa is an intimate portrait of sisters Lesli and Lupe, who ignite a luminous rebellion using a powerful mix of strategy, circus, and art to heal from violence and build a louder peace

Meet the creative team, including subject-collaborators, Lesli and Lupe at the world premiere and keep a lookout for some circus magic popping up around Sheffield this year.

Screenings

June 21 @ 8:45pm | June 22 @ 12:45pm

Grab Your Tickets https://www.sheffdocfest.com/film/comparsa

Visit http://www.comparsafilm.com/ for more details.

COLOSAL Showing at Sheffield Doc Fest,

A feature documentary directed by Nayibe Tavares-Abel and produced by Dominican producer, Lei González in the Dominican Republic, Colosal will be showing at Sheffield Documentary Festival.

It already had it’s world premiere at Berlinale’s FORUM 2025, and has continued its festival journey as an official selection in:

Hot Docs 2025 – Tipping Point (North American Premiere)

Cinéma du Réel – Front(s) Populaire(s) (Paris Premiere)

And is now nominated for the Tim Hetherington Award at Sheffield Doc/Fest

Don’t miss your chance of experiencing this deeply personal and political film exploring the Dominican Republic’s democratic history through the director’s eyes, Nayibe Tavares-Abel, whose family’s history has been intertwined with that of the country.

These themes are especially meaningful and important today, and we are more than glad to share this impactful story on the international stage.

SHEFFIELD DOCFEST SCREENINGS

Wednesday, June 18 — 16:00–17:36 | Showroom – Screen 1

Thursday, June 19 — 12:45–14:06 | Curzon – Screen 2

Friday, June 20 — 21:00–22:36 | Showroom – Screen 2

Info: https://www.sheffdocfest.com/film/colossal

Katwe Premieres at Sheffield DocFest

Sublime landscapes surrounds a story of the workers historical plights in an Ugandan salt-mining community who navigate broken promises of development.

“With striking imagery, heartfelt reflection and subtle humour underpins a portrait of a salt-mining community who navigate broken promises of development.”

Watch the international premiere at Sheffield DocFest for the Swedish-Ugandan film Katwe followed by a Q&A with the director Nima Shirali.

Join screenings:

Saturday, June 21, 15:30–17:26 Showroom – Screen 1

Sunday, June 22, 18:15–20:11 Showroom – Screen 2

More information and tickets are available here:👉 https://www.sheffdocfest.com/film/katwe

Patrik Öberg – Producer & Director – Pråmfilm

Cake & Cruise Party

Arsh ABG presents Cake & Cruise Party

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EP Launch Debut

Rara Avis’ affiliated creative, Arsh ABG is set to debut her EP Launch at her self headlining event, Cake & Cruise Party. This Party will feature some affiliate community member creatives like, Dilo Swagz, Soundboy FA, Kween B and Blue Pinky. Other performance include music by Astral Nova and event hosting by Hype Venom.

Rara Avis Endorsement

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Rara Avis is known for fostering and encouraging collaboration between emerging and debutant creatives. We believe that it is one of the best strategies for creative growth. Cross-peer networking is one of the focal ways creatives can support each others’ craft and build a formidable brand. Rara Avis endorses this event by the multi-hyphenated Arsh ABG, who doubles as a photographer and creative entrepreneur. Her sound is unique and tilts towards melancholia but with some upbeat afrobeats balance.

Birthday Celebration and Activities

The event is slated for May 16TH 2025, which intentionally falls on Arsh ABG’s birthday to mark both events.

Activities lined up include games, artist performance, food, dance and more. It starts at 11PM at an undisclosed location at Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria. It promises to be an unforgettable and very electrifying experience especially with the calibre of artists in the lineup.

Ticket

For tickets and reservation contact +2348143849440 or send an inquiry mail to admin@raraavisentertainment.com