From Superheroes to Art Thieves: These Are the Must-See Latino Movies at Los Angeles Film Festival

Now in its 24th year, the Los Angeles Film Festival is back with what’s looking to be yet another great lineup. With films starring the likes of Tessa Thompson, Gael García Bernal, Kate del Castillo and Raul Castillo, LAFF will feature no shortage of Latino and Latin American talent. Moreover, in addition to a slew of great films, some awesome-sounding VR projects, and even some episodic work, the festival will be hosting the We the People summit.

Taking place September 22 and 23 at the Writers Guild Theater in Beverly Hills, We the People will feature free panel discussions and a keynote conversation. The talks will range from the state of the entertainment industry’s inclusion efforts both on screen and behind the camera, in addition to how women, immigrants, Muslims, LGBTQ+, Native Americans, people with disabilities and people of color continue to be systemically marginalized or not represented. It’s a clear sign that festivals like LAFF are committed to moving the conversation forward when it comes to the appalling diversity numbers we’ve seen as of late, both when it comes to gender parity as well as Latino inclusion.

And if you’re curious what Latino and Latin American faces you can expect to catch at this year’s fest, check out our list below.

Los Angeles Film Festival runs September 20-28, 2018.