From Gael Garcia Bernal to Tessa Thompson: 17 Must-See Latino Movies at Sundance Film Festival
Lakeith Stanfield and Tessa Thompson appear in 'Sorry to Bother You.' Photo by Doug Emmett. Courtesy of Sundance Institute
Every year around this time critics brave the chilly temperatures to wade through one of the most high-profile cinema events to take place in the United States. With over 100 films (including 99 world premieres), the Sundance Film Festival promises to deliver yet again a new crop of indie gems that have made it arguably the official kick-off of the year in film. As usual, you’ll find your fair share of famed faces gracing screens in Park City, Utah; the likes of Gael García Bernal, John Leguizamo, Luis Gerardo Méndez and Tessa Thompson are all popping up in some of the most intriguing entries at this year’s fest.
Given that the fest has a number of World Cinema programs, it’s no surprise to see films from Brazil, Mexico, and Cuba among others tackling everything from translators and anxious actresses to tech-driven teens and holidaying dads. Since the full program can be daunting, we’ve combed through it all, found the Latino titles you should keep an eye out for as coverage for the fest begins in full, and made it into a handy list. We’ve gone ahead and included films directed by US Latinos, Latin Americans as well movies directed by non-Latinos but featuring Latino talent. Check it out below.
The Sundance Film Festival runs January 18-28, 2018.