San Diego Latino Film Festival celebrates 30th anniversary

The spotlight on Latino cinema runs Thursday, March 9-Sunday, March 19. 🎬

SD San Diego Latino Film Festival 2023

The 2023 San Diego Latino Film Festival runs March 9-19.

Lights. Camera. Action. 🎥

The 30th annual San Diego Latino Film Festival kicks off tomorrow through Sunday, March 19, spotlighting Latino cinema, arts, and culture. It will showcase 150+ films from Latin America, Spain, and the US, with screenings held daily at AMC Mission Valley and Digital Gym Cinema.

The celebration also features special events, including:

Opening Night Party | Thursday, March 9 | 8:30 p.m.-12 a.m. | The Forum UCSD Park + Market

🌮 Sabor Latino: Food, Beer + Wine Festival | Saturday, March 11 | 2:30-6:30 p.m. | Westfield Mission Valley

🎶 Closing Night Concert with Sonora Dinamita + Awards Ceremony | Saturday, March 18 | 7 p.m.-12 a.m. | The Forum UCSD Park + Market

Tickets are available depending on how many films you want to watch — from five flicks to all 150+ of them — or splurge on a VIP pass that includes all screenings plus admission to the special events. 🎟️

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