The National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) will present the 2022 Latino Media Fest Official Selection, a showcase of short-form content by Latino/a filmmakers on October 13, at the AMC Century City 15. The showcase will include a sneak peek of NBC’s new sitcom Lopez vs. Lopez, written and executive produced by Debby Wolfe.

George Lopez. Photo by: Chris Haston/NBC)

Presented by Comcast NBCUniversal Telemundo, the Showcase aims to showcase the next generation of Latino entertainment industry professionals, as well as to promote Latino-themed projects. In addition to the screenings of new filmmakers, this year’s featured speakers include George Lopez, Mayan Lopez and Selenis Leyva, stars of Lopez vs. Lopez.

Screening this year is the Official Selection short, Hoar directed by Jeanette Dilone, El Triste directed by Manuel De Valle, Inés Unfortunately directed by Anna Salinas, Fernanda directed by Mar Molina, The Lifers Network directed by Michael Steves, Soñadora directed by Stacy Pascal Gaspard, and Brownsville Bred directed by Elaine Del Valle.

“NBCUniversal and Telemundo are excited to partner with NALIP and the Latino Media Fest as it returns this year to an in-person celebration” said Craig Robinson, Executive Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer, NBCUniversal. “These festivals champion the work of artists from underrepresented groups telling diverse stories and we’re proud to help expand their opportunities.”

“NALIP is thrilled to be back in person with the Latino Media Fest! Through this platform, we promote the artists we’ve helped cultivate through our network of opportunities,” said Karla Pita Loor, chair of NALIP’s Board of Directors and Executive Vice President of enterprise inclusion and social responsibility at Banijay Americas.

For full agenda & program details at www.latinomediafest.com

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