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 lugar sin límites (The Place Without Limits) tells the story of a small town filled with characters seeking to fulfill their desires, which often leads them down dangerous paths. The film explores themes of sexuality, power, and the darker side of human nature. Set in a timeless and surreal world, El lugar sin límites is a haunting and powerful journey into the unknown, where anything is possible and the boundaries of morality are pushed to the limit.

Arturo Ripstein is a Mexican film director and producer known for his contributions to Mexican and Latin American cinema. He was born in Mexico City in 1943 and has been a major figure in the Mexican film industry for over five decades. Ripstein is known for his distinct style, which blends elements of film noir, melodrama, and social realism. He has received numerous awards and recognition for his work, including several Ariel Awards, the Mexican Academy's equivalent of the Oscars. Some of his notable films include Deep Crimson, The Chambermaid on the Titanic, and Such is Life. Ripstein is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential filmmakers in the history of Mexican cinema.

Presented in Spanish 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.