RUNA SIMI

RUNA SIMI

In Augusto Zegarra’s feature debut, we meet Fernando, a Peruvian single father who spends his days with his son Dylan, dubbing clips of animated films into Quechua, their shared Indigenous language. Far more than a hobby, this seemingly small and personal act is Fernando’s attempt to preserve his cultural heritage. When clips of their Quechua dubs go viral, an emboldened Fernando embarks on his most ambitious project yet: to dub the entirety of THE LION KING into Quechua. Zegarra captures these efforts — including casting, rehearsal and even attempts at contacting Disney for permission to screen the completed dub — ultimately weaving a joyful tale not only of one man’s humble yet inspiring venture but also of a rich, vibrant community and the importance of championing one’s culture and identity. – Javier Chavez

Winner, Albert Maysles Award for Best New Documentary Director, 2025 Tribeca Film Festival. DIR Augusto Zegarra; PROD Claudia Chávez Lévano, Paloma Iturriaga. Peru, 2025, color, 81 min. In English, Quechua and Spanish with English subtitles. NOT RATED

Run Time: 81 Minutes

Opening Date: Monday, October 06, 2025

Genre: Documentary

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RUNA SIMI

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Monday, October 06, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 07, 2025

4:45 p.m.
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
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