The Night of Cartagena Cinema: programming, dates and details of its first gala
On April 8, 2026, Rafael Porto Hill, vice president of the Council of Cinematographic, Audiovisual and Interactive Media Arts, gave an interview to El Universal, in which he revealed details about the first edition of La Noche del Cine Cartagenero (NCC).
TL;DR
- La Noche del Cine Cartagenero is a new event showcasing local cinematic work.
- It will be held on April 10th and 11th at the Museo Histórico de Cartagena de Indias.
- All activities and screenings are free to the public.
- The event includes short film competitions in categories like Fiction, Animation, University Documentaries, and Audiovisual Collectives.
- Awards will be given for each category, alongside special recognitions for Mónica Taboada-Tapia, Salvo Basile, Margarita Díaz, and Ricardo Vélez.
- Notable films include 'Los amores del maizal,' 'Todo lo que soy,' 'Después del fin,' 'El Capitán Cartagena sale a la calle,' and animated works.
- The event highlights community work through productions from audiovisual collectives.
- La Noche del Cine Cartagenero aims to boost local talent, film circulation, audience development, and audiovisual memory in the city.
- It serves as a prelude to the Cartagena International Film Festival (FICCI).