6 Latin American Movies You Can See in Chicago That Played the World’s Fanciest Film Festivals

The Chicago International Film Festival is the oldest competitive cinema event in North America and shows no signs of slowing down in its 51st year. This year’s schedule promises 150 documentary, narrative feature, and short films from over 50 countries, including entries from our compas in Belize, Cuba, and Venezuela. Mexico leads the way with 10 films, including Gabriel Ripstein’s 600 Miles. We’ve got a few recommendations for CIFF attendees, which cinephiles might recognize from such Class A gatherings as Cannes and the Berlin International Film Festival. These movies have traveled the globe at the world’s fanciest festivals and are now making a stop in Chicago for your viewing pleasure.

The Chicago International Film Festival runs October 15 – 29, 2015.