Hugo Chaparro Valderrama
FeaturesIn the chair: top Colombian directors
Hugo Chaparro Valderrama profiles some of Colombia’s leading film-makers
FeaturesAn emerging force
With rising admissions and an expanding exhibition sector, Colombia is trying to confront piracy and build on the success of the 3D phenomenon. Hugo Chaparro Valderrama reports
FeaturesRules of attraction
With a growing economy, diverse locations and an expanding skills base, Colombia is aiming to overcome foreign misconceptions and attract international shoots. By Hugo Chaparro Valderrama
FeaturesCritical window: Cartagena international film festival
With a new artistic director this year, Colombia’s oldest film festival (Feb 24-March 3) is aiming to become the leading international platform for the territory’s fast-rising film-makers. By Hugo Chaparro Valderrama
FeaturesFountain of youth
Colombia is one of the most exciting emerging markets in Latin America, with a diverse range of films breaking out on the international stage. Hugo Chaparro Valderrama explores how the territory’s new wave of directors are combining local support with international savvy
FeaturesPlaying the field
From political dramas to US studio-backed thrillers, Hugo Chaparro Valderrama looks at some of the hottest Colombian titles gearing up for 2011 — and the talent behind them








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