Viva Cinema at the Bullock Museum: Me llamaban King Tiger (They Called Me King Tiger)
Me llamaban King Tiger (They Called Me King Tiger), a film by Ángel Estrada Soto
Mexico, 2017
Documentary, 102 min, Color/Black & White
English, Spanish with English subtitles
Featuring Reies López Tijerina (King Tiger)
Saturday, September 8th, 2018, 7:00pm
Following the screening, stay for a Skype Q&A with director Ángel Estrada.
Texas Spirit Theater, Bullock Museum
1800 Congress Ave., Austin, TX, 78701
Tel: (512) 936 – 8746
CLA Members receive a $3 discount on tickets purchased at the box office on the day of the screening. CLA Members will also receive information via email on how to pre-order with $3 discount online. General ticket info HERE.
Synopsis
In June of 1967, the court of Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico, was assaulted by armed men under the command of Chicano leader Reies López Tijerina. The outcome of such bold action was the largest manhunt in the recent history of the United States. This documentary uncovers the story of the assault and aftermath, exploring whether violence can be used to create fairness, and discovering more about the life of a man who is spoken of as a saint.
Viva Cinema celebrates the modern cinema of Mexico and beyond. The Bullock Museum is proud to highlight acclaimed films in partnership with Cine Las Americas that feature the rich tradition of Spanish-language movie-making.
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