London "No Volverán" Report

On Monday December 3rd, HOV activists traveled to London Ontario for a screening of "No Volverán". The screening was organized by the London Latin American Canadian Solidarity Association (LACASA), at the local rep cinema, Hyland Cinemas.

Approximately 40 people came out to the event, despite it being in the middle of a snow storm. The film was incredibly well received and a strong majority of people in attendance stayed for the subsequent discussion. Luis Granados Ceja from HOV spoke on the revolutionary consciousness of the Venezuelan masses and the importance of workers' control, while Alex Grant dealt with what was on everyone's mind, the referendum result. There were several profound political questions from the audience, which speaks to the effect the Venezuelan revolution is having on sectors abroad.

Ticket sales and sales of the No Volverán DVD were strong, with several showing interest in screening more documentaries in the future. This trip served to solidify links with London activists who expressed interest in more collaboration with HOV, and specifically invited us to participate in the London Social Forum next summer. HOV thanks all the LACASA activists for the putting on an excellent event and for their warm hospitality in such cold weather.

Luis Granados Ceja for Hands Off Venezuela