Cinema Azteca is an exciting new film series that will provide moviegoers with a diverse and dynamic perspective on the film traditions of Mexico and Latin America. Curated by artists, filmmakers, writers, and other cultural experts, Cinema Azteca will be presented weekly on Tuesday nights at the Holiday Theater.

Cinema Azteca launched March 21 with Out of this World, three months of films selected by Eduardo Sarabia and Lorena Peña Brito.

Out of this World is a selection of surrealist films that feature altered perceptions of the world around us: whether through humor, travel, mind-altering substances, daydreams, madness, or love. The series features films from important and influential figures in Mexican cinema, including Arturo Ripstein, María Novaro, and Gerando Naranjo, as well as cinema pioneers Sergei Eisenstein and Luis Buñuel, among many others, this series explores how getting out of the world, at least symbolically, also gives us the opportunity to recreate and re-imagine it.

El Abrazo de la serpiente (Embrace of the Serpent) is a surrealist and mystical film that tells the story of a shaman and two Western scientists as they journey into the Amazon rainforest in search of a sacred plant. The film is shot in black-and-white and is inspired by the journals of real-life explorers who traveled to the Amazon in the early 20th century. Throughout the journey, the characters encounter indigenous tribes and encounter mystical visions and experiences that challenge their beliefs and understanding of the world. El abrazo de la serpiente is a visually stunning and thought-provoking film that offers a unique and powerful perspective on the relationship between humanity and nature, and the impact of colonialism on indigenous cultures. It is a must-watch for fans of surrealist and avant-garde cinema.

Ciro Guerra is a Colombian film director and screenwriter. He was born in Rio de Oro, Colombia and has been active in the film industry since the early 2000s. Guerra is known for his socially conscious films that often tackle important social and political issues, such as poverty, conflict, and environmental degradation. He has received recognition for his work, including several awards and nominations at film festivals in Colombia and around the world. Guerra is considered to be one of the leading voices in Colombian cinema and is known for his ability to create thought-provoking and visually stunning films.

Presented in Spanish, Ocaina, Ticuna, Bora, and other indigenous languages with English subtitles.

When you purchase a ticket, guess what you get (in addition to this totally awesome experience)? You get free admission to the museum to see the current exhibition. Yeah, that’s right! Admission to the museum is normally $10, so you could say this is a steal. Simply show the front desk your ticket confirmation email to get free entry.

Cuando compras un boleto, ¿qué crees que obtienes (además de una experiencia completamente increíble)? Obtienes una entrada gratuita al museo para ver la exposición actual. ¡Sí, así es! La entrada al museo normalmente tiene un costo de $10, así que podrías decir que esto es una ganga. Simplemente muestra este correo electrónico en la entrada para entrar de manera gratuita.