Portland Latin American Film Festival returns for fifth year
"Chicogrande"
Portland, OR. — For the fifth consecutive year, the Portland Latin American Film Festival (PDXLAFF) returns with a diverse mix of films that reflect the reality of the region. The festival coincides with Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated each year in September and October.
This year’s event will take place Oct. 20-26, exclusively at the Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy Blvd.)
The selection will include award-winning Latin American films and directors representing Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, Panama, Spain, and Venezuela.
The festival kicks off on Oct. 20 at 6:45 p.m. with a screening of the Mexican film “Chicogrande,” directed by Felipe Cazals. After the screening, there will be a reception at the Columbia River Brewing Company (1728 NE 40th Ave.) with live Latin jazz by Bobby Torres.
To purchase tickets or for a complete festival schedule, visit www.pdxlaff.org or call 503-896-8360.
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on Oct 6 2011. Filed under Entertainment, Top News.
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