september 20-27,2024

Celebrating 16 years of Mexican cinema!

Welcome to the Hola Mexico Film Festival, the premier destination for Mexican cinema in the heart of the film industry. Since its inception in 2006, our festival has been dedicated to celebrating and promoting Mexican film talent. Each year, we curate a rich lineup of feature films, documentaries, and shorts that represent the best of contemporary and classic Mexican cinema. Join us this September from the 20 to the 27th for a week-long celebration of Mexican film!

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Our Guides Will Help You Curate the Perfect Watchlist!

Documentary Spotlight: Learn about the real stories that will move you at Hola Mexico 2024. -READ–>

LOL: The Best Comedies to Watch at Hola Mexico 2024 -READ–>

Pride on Screen: Celebrating LGBTQ+ Stories  -READ–>

Visions of México: Discover breathtaking cinematography and unforgettable visuals this year at Hola Mexico. -READ–>

Fright Night Favorites: Top Horror Picks at Hola Mexico -READ–>

Award Winners: Top winners from this year’s Ariel Awards showing at Hola Mexico -READ–>

Romantic Rendezvous: Date Night Selections from Hola Mexico. -READ–>

Sonic Journeys: Films that demand to be heard on the big screen -READ–>

Tomorrow’s Filmmakers Today bridges the gap between up and coming filmmakers and the professional film community. This program focuses on nurturing talent through workshops, mentorships, and networking opportunities with industry leaders. Participants gain invaluable insights and exposure, paving the way for future success in the global cinema landscape.

We are happy to unveil the official poster for the 16th Annual Hola Mexico Film Festival presented by the “2025 Toyota Camry”! This year’s stunning poster was designed by the talented Erika Santiago, also known as @littleeyesalien.

Volunteers are the heart of the Hola Mexico Film Festival! We offer a range of volunteer opportunities, from event management to guest services. Volunteers enjoy perks such as free admission to screenings, exclusive networking events, and the chance to work closely with filmmakers and industry professionals.

Schedule of Events

Friday, September 20, 2024

EGYPTIAN THEATER

*OPENING NIGHT

6:00 PM – RED CARPET

7:00 PM – SPEECHES

Film straight after – CASI EL PARAISO

 
Saturday, September 21, 2024

REGAL CINEMAS L.A. LIVE

AUD 8

12:30 PM – Todo El Silencio (82MIN)

2:30 PM – El Guardian de las Monarcas (92 min) 

5:00 PM – Arillo de Hombre Muerto (108 min)

7:45 PM –  Tratado de Invisibilidad (85 min)

9:45 PM – Masacre en Teques (105 min)

AUD 9

5:00 PM – Firma Aquí (100min)

7:30 PM – Dante y Soledad (92 min)

10:00 PM – Good Savage (107 min)

 
Sunday, September 22, 2024

REGAL CINEMAS L.A. LIVE

AUD 8

12:30 PM – Dante y Soledad (92 min)

2:30 PM – Good Savage (107 min)

5:00 PM –  Wingwalker (117 min)

7:45 PM –  Todo El Silencio (82 min)

9:30 PM –  El Guardián de las Monarcas (92 min)

 

AUD 9

5:00 PM – A Cielo Abierto (117 min)

7:30 PM –  M20 (87 min)

9:30 PM –  Arillo de Hombre Muerto (108min)

 

Monday, September 23, 2024

REGAL CINEMAS L.A. LIVE

AUD 8

5:00 PM –  Tratado de Invisibilidad (85min)

7:45 PM –  Tótem (93min)

9:45 PM – Masacre en Teques (105min)

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

REGAL CINEMAS L.A. LIVE

AUD 8

5:00 PM –  Soy Lo que Nunca Fui (123 min)

7:30 PM –  A Cielo Abierto (117min)

9:45 PM – Firma Aquí (100min)

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

REGAL CINEMAS L.A. LIVE

AUD 8

5:00 PM – Jíkuri (84 min)

7:00 PM –  Wingwalker (117 min)

9:30 PM – A Cielo Abierto (117 min)

AUD 9

5:00 PM – M 20 (87min)

7:00 PM – El Echo (102min)

9:00 PM – Soy Lo que Nunca Fui (123 min)

Thursday, September 26, 2024

REGAL CINEMAS L.A. LIVE

AUD 1

5:00 PM – Transmexico (84 min)

7:30 PM –  Un Actor Malo (125 min)

10:00 PM – Parvulos (118 min)

Friday, September 27, 2024

LA Plaza de Cultra y Artes

*CLOSING NIGHT

6:00 PM – Red Carpet

7:30 PM – Speeches

Film straight after – Todas Menos Tú

Followed by LIVE PERFORMANCE by Vivir Quintana!

TFT - Short Film Screenings

Saturday, September 21st

  • 12:30 PMTodo El Silencio (82 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Ahuatl Amaro
    Short Film: Physical Therapy (9:02)

  • 2:30 PMEl Guardian De Las Monarcas (92 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Esmeralda Hernandez
    Short Film: Dream Carriers (6:52)

  • 5:00 PMArillo De Hombre Muerto (108 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Sebastián Valdivieso
    Short Film: El Guardian (14:48)

  • 9:45 PMMasacre En Teques (105 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Sahvannah Rae
    Short Film: Albatross (12:04)

Sunday, September 22nd

  • 12:30 PMDante Y Soledad (92 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Lainnie Contreras Felán
    Short Film: Nightmare of La Lechuza (5:51)

  • 2:30 PMGood Savage (107 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Lorena Lourenço
    Short Film: Stitched (15:49)

  • 5:00 PMWingwalker (117 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Ryan Lopez
    Short Film: Onnamusha (5:59)

  • 7:30 PMM 20 (87 min)
    Theater: AUD 9 (230)
    Filmmaker: Rocio Romero
    Short Film: Entre los Muros (13:39)

Monday, September 23rd

  • 5:00 PMTratado De Invisibilidad (85 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Hector Manuel Velazquez Fraga
    Short Film: El Raspado Man (14:52)

  • 7:30 PMTotem (95 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Diana Elizabeth Torres
    Short Film: Chácharas (8:57)

Tuesday, September 24th

  • 5:00 PMSoy Lo Que Nunca Fui (123 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Danna Galeano
    Short Film: Marvelous Gift (6:08)

  • 9:45 PMFirma Aqui (100 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Diego Lanao
    Short Film: What I’m Really Thinking… (9:53)

Wednesday, September 25th

  • 5:00 PMJikuri (84 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Karina Lomelin Ripper
    Short Film: Chispa (12:20)

  • 7:00 PMEl Echo (102 min)
    Theater: AUD 9 (230)
    Filmmaker: Lorena R. Valencia
    Short Film: Dandelion (Cuanacaquilitl) (16:42)

  • 7:30 PMA Cielo Abierto (117 min)
    Theater: AUD 8 (286)
    Filmmaker: Enrique Cruz Torres
    Short Film: Yolanda (10:00)

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Thursday, September 26th

  • 5:00 PMTransMexico (84 min)
    Theater: AUD 9 (230)
    Filmmaker: Sebastián Ibarra del Castillo
    Short Film: Nuclear (10:56)

  • 7:30 PMUn Actor Malo (125 min)
    Theater: AUD 9 (230)

  • 10:00 PMPárvulos (118 min)
    Theater: AUD 9 (230)
    Filmmaker: Alyssa Katalyna
    Short Film: Glance (9:46)

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