Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Belén, including an in-person conversation with writer/director/actor Dolores Fonzi, moderated by Claudia Puig (LAFCA).

Based on the true story that sparked an international movement, Belén chronicles the harrowing case of Julieta (Camila Plaate), a young woman falsely accused of infanticide, and Soledad Deza (Dolores Fonzi), the fearless lawyer who takes on the highly controversial and explosive case. Produced by K&S Films, the film takes us to Tucumán, a conservative region of Argentina, where Julieta’s trial becomes a flashpoint in the ongoing fight for women’s reproductive rights. As Soledad faces off against a corrupt, classist and patriarchal legal system, Julieta’s story ignites a groundswell of outrage and solidarity – galvanizing an unstoppable movement for justice and bodily autonomy.

From Amazon MGM Studios, Belén is Argentina’s official submission for the International Feature Film category at the 2026 Academy Awards.

 
2025, 107 minutes, color | Written by Laura Paredes, Dolores Fonzi based on the book Somos Belén by Ana Correa | Co-Written by Agustina San Martîn and Nicolás Britos | Directed by Dolores Fonzi | Main Cast Dolores Fonzi, Camila Pláate, Laura Paredes, Julieta Cardinali, Luis Machín, César Troncoso, Sergio Prina, Ruth Pláate, Lili Juárez | Produced by Leticia Cristi, Hugo Sigman, Matías Mosteirín
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email membership@filmindependent.org for more.

All Film Independent Members can register for this event starting at 3:00 pm PT on Monday, November 18. | Registration is free; one registration per Membership. | Proof of Member status is required to complete registration.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registered Members may pick up tickets as early as 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time – look for Film Independent signage. Tickets are nontransferable and for general, unreserved theater seating only (except for Arts Circle Members). Attendees must be in their seat(s) at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time or seat(s) may be released. Entry/seating will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests may not enter the venue without the Member who registered them present. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

Complimentary valet parking at The West Hollywood EDITION hotel will be provided.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. Limit one registration per individual, per event.

Attendees are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership/access to future events.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.