Film Screening



Fermín, glorias del tango

Directed by Oliver Kolker & Hernán Findling
Written by Oliver Kolker & Germán Loza

You asked for it — and we listened. Oliver Kolker returns to Portland with his very first film, screening @ The Loft at 8th Avenue, 2010 SE 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97214.

Enjoy complimentary popcorn, savour freshly made empanadas, and then join Oliver himself for an intimate Q&A.

The evening concludes with a milonga, beautifully curated by DJ Jerry Wallach — a perfect night for the Portland tango community.

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Thursday June 11, 2026

STAY TUNED FOR MORE INFO

Organizer: Luisa Zini Fortuna (PTA)

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This movie 

A vivacious mix of music, magical realism, and electrifying dance mesmerize in this tale celebrating the wonders of tango. Committed to an institution decades ago and suffering from depression, Fermin breaks out of his isolation with the help of an ambitious young doctor who connects to him through the language of the Argentinian tango. As their relationship deepens, we’re transported back to 1940’s Buenos Aires, where long-kept secrets unwind to the sensual beats of a deep and beautiful dance that is more than just an old ideal, but a way of life.

A beloved film that has captivated audiences at film festivals across the world — from Phoenix to London, Miami to Paris — winning the Audience Award at the Phoenix Film Festival and screening at over ten international festivals.

Oliver Kolker Bio

Oliver is a multifaceted artist with a background in business, tango, film, and music. He is an accomplished tango dancer, screenwriter, film producer, director, and actor.

Born in New York City and raised in Argentina, Oliver discovered tango 26 years ago and has been a professional dancer for 20 years. He has performed and taught at some of the world’s most prestigious tango festivals and communities across Russia, the United States, France, Italy, Turkey, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Ukraine, and China.

Since 2006, he has visited the Portland Tango community more than ten times, partnering with Luna Palacios and Silvina Valz.

As a music producer, he created three albums in collaboration with Maestro Lisandro Adrover:

Bandoneón Soliloquy
– Kol Nidrei
– Live Tango Concert at Temple Libertad

He is also the creator and producer of Pelando Variación, one of the most demanding tango competitions in the world, which has expanded to the United States, China, and Greece.

Oliver entered the film industry 15 years ago, co-writing, co-directing, and producing the acclaimed tango film Fermín, starring Héctor Alterio and Gastón Pauls. He has collaborated on the script for Viaje Inesperado (dir. Juan José Jusid) and produced several feature films, including:
– Contrasangre
– La Valija de Benavidez
– You Only Live Once
– Unexpected Journey
– Rumbo al Mar
– Búfalo
– I Had the Heart

Oliver’s latest tango film, I Had the Heart, was released theatrically in 2024 to critical acclaim.

Oliver will also teach workshops:

  • On June 6-7,2026 @ Berretin
  • Special Workshop for Women Leader on Monday June 8, 2026 @ The Loft at 8th Avenue, 2010 SE 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97214

Event Schedule:

  • 6:00- 8:00 pm Movie Screening- Fermín, glorias del tango
  • 8:00 – 8:30 pm QA with actor/director/tango dancer Oliver Kolker
  • 8:30 – 11:30 pm Milonga –
    • DJ: Jerry Wallach

EVENT Pricing:

Online:

  • Film Premiere & milonga $18

@ the door:

  • 📽 Film Screening $10
  • Milonga $15
  • Film Screening & Milonga $20

Complementary pop corns and delicious empanadas available to purchase.

Stay tuned for more Details

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Event location:
@ The Loft at 8th Avenue
2010 SE 8th Ave,
Portland, OR 97214

Location

 

The Loft at 8th Avenue

2010 SE 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97214