GuadaLAjara Film Festival Announces 2026 Lineup in Los Angeles
Key Takeaways
- The GuadaLAjara Film Festival runs from November 5 to 7 in Los Angeles.
- Diego Luna's 'Ashes' will open the festival, while 'Mexicanamerican' closes it.
- Ava DuVernay's '14th' serves as the Centerpiece Gala presentation.
- The lineup features diverse international premieres and spotlights emerging talent.
The GuadaLAjara Film Festival announced its complete schedule for its annual event running from November 5-7 across various venues in Los Angeles. Opening the festival is Watermelon Pictures' "Ashes," directed by Diego Luna, which follows a young woman moving to Spain with her brother to reunite with their estranged mother. The closing night features a 35mm screening of "Mexicanamerican" by director Eddie Sánchez, exploring a couple who achieved the American Dream at the cost of their cultural roots.
The festival also highlights Ava DuVernay's Netflix project "14th" as its Centerpiece Gala, alongside a rich selection of U.S., West Coast, and international premieres. Executive director Ximena Urrutia emphasized the event's mission to tell powerful stories that honor diverse cultures and showcase exceptional contemporary filmmaking from emerging and established directors alike.
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