The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago presented last night the full program for the 35th Chicago Latino Film Festival during their annual Kickoff Party, held this year at 365-viii, Chicago’s newest live venue located in Wrigley Ville. The 35th Chicago Latino Film Festival will take place March 28-April 11 at the AMC River East 21, 322 E. Illinois St. Out of the more than 600 entries submitted, the Festival chose 63 feature-length films and 40 shorts from Latin America, Spain, Portugal and the United States. Two of the features are World Premieres, 12 North American Premieres and 9 U.S. Premieres. All of the films will be shown in their original language with English subtitles (unless otherwise noted). The audience will also have the opportunity to participate in discussions with local and international filmmakers after most of the screenings. “We remain committed to bringing to our city those films that not only open a window into our diverse cultures but that are entertaining and inspiring as well. We are particularly proud of our selection of films addressing the Afro-Latino experience throughout the Americas; and our documentary section is the strongest one in years. We invite everyone to join us in this cinematic feast,” said Pepe Vargas, founder and executive director of the International Latino Cultural Center, producer of the Chicago Latino Film Festival. For the full lineup, visit www.chicagolatinofilmfestival.org

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