Discover the top winners from this year's Ariel Awards, showing at the Hola Mexico Film Festival!
The Ariel Awards, Mexico’s premier film honors, are a celebration of the country’s cinematic talent. Often referred to as the “Mexican Oscars,” the awards highlight the best of Mexican cinema across a variety of categories. This year, the Hola Mexico Film Festival proudly features several of the top winners, showcasing the very best of Mexican storytelling and artistic achievement.
Tótem, winner of:
- Best Film
- Best Director (Lila Avilés)
- Best Supporting Actress (Montserrat Marañón — tied with Ludwika Paleta from Todo El Silencio)
- Best New Actress (Naíma Sentíes)
- Best Original Screenplay
Screening:
MONDAY, September 23, 2024, at 2:30PM
Regal Cinemas LA Live (Theater 9)
Lila Avilés’ Tótem has made waves, taking home Best Film, Best Director, and several other prestigious awards at the 2024 Ariel Awards. A tender family drama that explores love and loss, Tótem has been hailed as one of the best films of the year.
Don’t miss this visually stunning film. Get your tickets here or watch the trailer and learn more here.
Todo El Silencio, winner of:
- Best Actress (Adriana Llabrés)
- Best Supporting Actress (Ludwika Paleta)
- Best Sound
- Best First Feature Film
Screening:
SATURDAY, September 21, 2024, at 12:30PM and SUNDAY, September 22, 2024, at 7:45PM
Regal Cinemas LA Live (Theater 9)
Todo El Silencio offers a moving portrayal of identity and transformation, anchored by a stellar performance from Adriana Llabrés. This emotional, thought-provoking film also earned top honors for Best Sound and Best Opera Prima.
Despite living a life closely tied to that of a deaf person, her world begins to shatter when she discovers that she is losing her hearing.
This is a MUST-WATCH film. Get your tickets here or watch the trailer and learn more here.
El Eco, winner of:
- Best Cinematography
- Best Original Score
- Best Documentary Feature
Screening:
WEDNESDAY, September 25, 2024, at 7:00PM
Regal Cinemas LA Live (Theater 9)
This beautifully shot documentary invites audiences into the rural heart of Mexico. El Eco took home the top prizes for Best Documentary, Cinematography, and Original Music.
In the remote village of El Echo that exists outside of time, the children care for the sheep and their elders. While the frost and drought punish the land, they learn to understand death, illness and love with each act, word and silence of their parents. A story about the echo of what clings to the soul, about the certainty of shelter provided by those around us, about rebellion and vertigo in the face of life. About growing up.
Don’t miss this visually stunning film. Get your tickets here or watch the trailer and learn more here.
In addition to this year’s Ariel Award winners, there are many other incredible films at the festival that have gained recognition internationally this year. With nominations and awards from top festivals around the globe, you’ll find stories that resonate and captivate. And don’t forget, Heroico—a highlight of last year’s Hola Mexico Film Festival—took home multiple wins, including Best Art Direction and Best Supporting Actor (Fernando Cuautle). You just might be witnessing the next big winner for next year!
Check out the full list of films playing at the Hola Mexico Film Festival this year!
