Partes usadas (Used Parts) - Mexico

Ivan, a 14-year old boy, lives with his uncle Jaime, a mediocre dealer of used car parts. Both of them dream with a better life and are stashing away their money in order to emigrate illegally to the U.S. When Jaime realizes that he needs much more money than he expected in order to pay the "Coyote" that will help them cross the border, he decides to introduce his nephew into the world of car-part theft. Ivan learns quickly the know-how of his new trade and convinces Efrain, his best friend, to help him. The kids enjoy themselves together and carry out Jaime's orders skilfully until Ivan realizes that his uncle's intentions for the trip have changed since they first made their plans. Directed by Aarón Fernández, Partes usadas (Used Parts) has won awards in the Havana Film Festival (2007) and the Montréal World Film Festival (2007).

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Friday March 12th – University College (UC) 030 – 7:00 pm

The screening is free and in Spanish with English subtitles


Ariel Awards, Mexico
2008, Nominated, Silver Ariel, Best Actor (Mejor Actor): Alan Chávez

Guadalajara Mexican Film Festival
2007, Won, Mayahuel Award, Best First Work - National Jury: Aarón Fernández Lesur

Havana Film Festival
2007, Won, Grand Coral - Second Prize, First Work: Aarón Fernández Lesur

Marrakech International Film Festival
2007, Nominated, Golden Star

Montréal World Film Festival
2007, Won, Glauber Rocha Award: Aarón Fernández Lesur
2007, Nominated, Grand Prix des Amériques: Aarón Fernández Lesur