12th Annual International Latino Film Festival
November 7-23, 2008
San Francisco Bay Area

Locations Vary
The International Latino Film Society: bringing quality foreign film to Bay Area silver screens. The International Latino Film Society celebrates the breadth and diversity of Latino culture through the powerful medium of film and promotes positive Latino images throughout the Bay Area and beyond. You can make a difference! Your tax-deductible contribution will help us to advance Latino filmmaking and support the next generation of filmmakers. www.latinofilmfestival.org

For a complete list of films showing in San Jose during this festival, go to
www.latinofilmsociety.blogspot.com

MACLA Tribute to Art & Politics
Fri. November 14, 2008, 8pm
MACLA - Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana
510 South First St, San Jose, CA 95113
6:30pm M.A.C.L.A. Castellano Playhouse, 510 South First St, San Jose, CA 95113
Is freedom of expression a right or a privilege? Against the Grain traces a period of tumultuous politics in Peru by weaving together the story of four captivating artists who struggle to survive as critics of their society. Through a series of interviews their personal stories become a window into the heart of a deeply affected country and its struggle for artistic freedom.Buy tickets for Noche de Arte y Politica - "Against the Grain" www.brownpapertickets.com/event/47633

8pm (following screening of Against the Grain) Join "Against the Grain" director Ann Kaneko for film screening and cocktail reception. Enjoy an evening of motion picture, art, wine and DJ Tommy Aguilar. Mingle in MACLA's galleria with fellow lovers of the art is motion picture.

Tribute to Gregory Nava and El Norte
Fri. November 21, 2008, 9pm
Azúcar Latin Bistro & Mojito Bar
71 E San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95113
8pm, El Norte Gregory Nava, 1983 139 min.
Gregory Navas acclaimed debut about the harrowing journey of two Guatemalan immigrants celebrates its 25th Anniversary. It is the story of Enrique and Rosa Xuncax, brother and sister who flee their village in Guatemala and embark upon a heartbreaking journey. When temptation threatens to destroy their bond, it is their spirits that prove indelible.
 
9pm (following screening of El Norte) Join us to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Gregory Nava's award-winning film, El Norte. Talk to the director in person about his important contributions to Latino cinema at Azucar Latin Bistro & Mojito Bar where we'll end the night to the sounds of the South Bay's finest salseros. Event goodies sponsored by Azucar and the Castellano Family Foundation

Closing Night Party: ¡Viva Brasil!
Sun. November 23, 2008, 7:30pm
Loft Bar & Bistro 90 South 2nd St, San Jose, CA 95113
5:30pm, Called by critics Favela-Side Story, this musical story mixes Brazilian funk and hip-hop with classical and modern dance to remake Shakespeare's most famous romance, Romeo and Juliet. As two rival drug gangs fight (and groove) out their aggressions, the star-crossed Analdia and Jonath hope to use their talents to escape their inevitable destiny.

7:30pm (following screening of Maré, Nossa História de Amor) samba your way from the theater to Loft Bar and Bistro for our Closing Night Party. Feast on tapas bars from the Silicon Valley's favorite Latin caterers - Casa Azteca, Chachos and Pastry Chef Michael Bronson. Enjoy the comedic talents of Frankie Quinones and let the sounds of bossa nova and funk by DJ's Robert Villa and Frank Ruiz bring a perfect close to this three week Bay Area series of raw Latino film. Sponsored by the Castellano Family Foundation, Event Decor Courtesy of CasaQ. Buy tickets for Closing Night Film and Party: Viva Brasil! www.brownpapertickets.com/event/47562