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.

Salvando al Soldado Pérez (Saving Private Perez) is an epic action and adventure movie that will take you on an exciting mission to save a missing soldier. With intense performances and a plot full of twists and surprises, this movie will keep you on the edge of your seat until the end. Don't miss this incredible story of bravery and sacrifice that will inspire you to never lose hope.

Gerardo Naranjo is a Mexican film director and screenwriter. He was born in Mexico City and has been active in the film industry since the late 1990s. Naranjo is known for his socially conscious and thought-provoking films that often tackle important social and political issues, such as crime, drug trafficking, and corruption. He has received recognition for his work, including several awards and nominations at film festivals in Mexico and around the world. Some of his notable films include Miss Bala and Voy a explotar. Naranjo is considered to be one of the leading voices in Mexican cinema and is known for his ability to create thought-provoking and visually stunning films.

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.