Latin Wave
2025 | Latin Wave 18
April 25–27, 2025
“Get ready to catch the Latin Wave.” —CultureMap
The lineup for Latin Wave 18 promises another selection of dynamic new movies and guest filmmakers, with Carlos A. Gutiérrez of Cinema Tropical returning as artistic director. Don’t miss award-winning films from Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Panama! Programmed in collaboration with Cinema Tropical. All films are shown in original languages with English subtitles and presented digitally.
Festival Admission
- $10
- $8 MFAH members, seniors (65+), and students with ID receive a $2 discount
- Students with ID receive free admission on Sunday, April 27, only.
Organized by the MFAH in association with the creative partner Fundación PROA, Buenos Aires.
Sponsored by Tenaris and American Friends of Fundacion Proa Inc.
Programmed in collaboration with Cinema Tropical.
Upcoming Events in this Series
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Beloved Tropic (Querido Trópico)
Set in Panama City, this tender, atmospheric drama explores the evolving relationship between two lonely souls who form an unexpected bond.
- Friday, April 25, 2025
- 7 p.m.
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When Evil Lurks (Cuando Acecha la Maldad)
The latest film from writer-director Demián Rugna, When Evil Lurks, is a chilling shocker that follows two brothers, Pedro and Jaime, as they confront a demonic presence threatening their remote village in the Argentine Andes.
- Friday, April 25, 2025
- 9 p.m.
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The Dog Thief (El Ladron de Perrós)
Martín, an orphaned shoeshine boy, works on the streets of La Paz, Bolivia’s capital. Hoping for a reward, he steals the beloved German Shepherd of his best client, a lonely tailor he has begun to imagine as a father. Yet, as Martín and Mr. Novoa spend more time together, an unexpected bond begins to form.
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
- 3 p.m.
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Kill the Jockey (El Jockey)
Acclaimed Argentine actor Nahuel Pérez Biscayart stars as Remo Manfredini, a legendary jockey whose self-destructive behavior threatens both his talent and his relationship with his girlfriend, Abril.
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
- 5 p.m.
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Quite Like Paradise (Casi el Paraíso)
Quite Like Paradise is a dark satirical comedy about the art of deception. The story follows Ugo Conti, a charming young man who pretends to be a striking European aristocrat in order to lead a life of luxury.
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
- 7:30 p.m.
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Through Rocks and Clouds (Raíz)
Through Rocks and Clouds, the second feature by Franco García Becerra and winner of a Special Mention at the Berlinale, presents a touching coming-of-age story set against the stark beauty of the Andes. It follows Feliciano, an eight-year-old Indigenous alpaca herder whose only companions are Ronaldo, a young alpaca, and Rambo, an old dog.
- Sunday, April 27, 2025
- 1 p.m.
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I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui)
Nominated for three Oscars—Best Picture, Best International Feature, and Best Actress in a Leading Role—the Brazilian hit I’m Still Here is a powerful political family drama set in Rio de Janeiro in 1971. Winner of the Academy Award for Best International Feature.
- Sunday, April 27, 2025
- 6 p.m.
