LIMA, PERU — This September 10th, the documentary Ceviche hits movie theaters, bringing to the big screen the secrets, landscapes, and human stories surrounding one of the world’s most famous culinary expressions.
Co-produced by Peruvian and Brazilian companies, the 75-minute film is directed by filmmaker Fernando Landavere and stars renowned chef Rodrigo Fernandini, a key figure in Latin American cuisine based in the United States.
From the Andes to the Heart of Manhattan
The film presents a visual journey connecting the origins of the dish with its global impact. Featuring scenes shot among the coastal landscapes of Chiclayo, the rich culture of Cusco, the urban scene of Lima, and the metropolis of New York, the project explores up to 17 regional variations and interpretations of ceviche.
More than a strictly gastronomic journey, the story delves into the lives of artisanal fishermen, Andean farmers, and local families who safeguard recipes passed down through generations. The visual narrative is enhanced by performances from iconic figures in the Peruvian music scene, including Mar de Copas, Killary Catácora, and Jorge Miranda.
A Global Push Backed by UNESCO
This major documentary is supported by Film in Peru (Promperú), an initiative that promotes Peru as a filming destination to showcase incredible cinematic locations and rich cultural heritage to the world. Furthermore, this premiere comes at a high point: shortly after UNESCO inscribed the knowledge and practices associated with ceviche on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
An Invitation to Discover Peru on the Big Screen
Following its presentation at the Lima Film Festival, the documentary begins its major commercial theatrical release before embarking on a tour of festivals and cultural centers abroad, primarily in Latin America, the United States, and Europe.
Ceviche the movie arrives in theaters as the perfect opportunity for travelers, food lovers, and film enthusiasts around the world to discover the rich biodiversity, local ingredients, and human warmth that make this Peruvian recipe so unique.
Are you ready to take your palate to the cinema and discover the secrets behind Peru’s most emblematic dish?
