Experience Alejandro Jodorowsky's Visionary Film 'La Montaña Sagrada': A Psychedelic Cinema Exhibition

This screening features Alejandro Jodorowsky's 1973 film 'La montaña sagrada' (The Holy Mountain), a psychedelic and spiritual quest film. Presented as part of the 'Antes de América en la gran pantalla' series, the event delves into the film's themes of spiritual seeking, cultural synthesis, and its roots in "panic theater" and esoteric practices.

This event presents Alejandro Jodorowsky's 1973 film, 'La montaña sagrada' (The Holy Mountain), a significant work within the 'Antes de América en la gran pantalla' film series. The film, produced after Jodorowsky's acclaimed 'El topo', is described as risky and experimental, reflecting the spiritual and political transformations sought by a generation. Jodorowsky, influenced by Antonin Artaud, surrealism, and Mexican neo-indigenism, synthesized elements of tarot, Japanese Zen, and Arica School esoteric practices into his "panic theater." The screening contextualizes the film's exploration of spiritual ascent through symbolic journeys, linking mountain climbs to pyramids and incorporating indigenous rituals. The event is introduced by Diana Cuéllar Ledesma, a curator and university professor specializing in Latin American art and culture. Her work bridges the academic and critical analysis of cinema, indigenous cultures, and contemporary art, with a focus on esoteric and mystical currents. Her presence as a presenter underscores the film's deep engagement with spiritual and cultural traditions.

This event is part of the "Cine" program. Specific ticketing details are not provided on this page, but as a screening within a museum series, it likely requires museum admission or a specific ticket for the event. Visitors are directed to check the Juan March Institute's official channels for ticketing information.