Chavela
HAMMER | 7:30 p.m., Billy Wilder Theater
The Costa Rica–born Mexican singer Chavela Vargas was a pioneer in music and life. Constructed around exclusive interviews and performance footage shot 20 years before her death, this biographical film explores the tequila-drinking, cigar-smoking singer’s journey from a 14-year-old runaway to world-renowned Grammy winner. (2017, dir. Catherine Gund and Daresha Kyi, 90 min.)
A Q&A with director Catherine Gund follows.
Event Date: Tuesday, Nov. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Hammer Museum, Billy Wilder Theater
Price: Free*
*Tickets are available at the Box Office one hour before the program on a first come, first served basis. Early arrival is recommended.
The Hammer is located at the corner of Westwood and Wilshire boulevards in Westwood Village, three blocks east of the 405 freeway’s Wilshire exit.
Parking is available under the museum.