The almost two week long, Hola México Film Festival has a slate of film, shorts and documentary features Mexican cinema & filmmakers featuring a diverse selection of films that including dramas, comedies, documentaries, and horror films.

The opening night film screening on September 12, 2025, will be at The Montalban Theater. Screenings will be held at Regal Cinemas LA LIVE 1000 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015.  The festival will conclude on September 20, 2025, with a closing night screening and a concert at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes in downtown Los Angeles, preceded by an award ceremony recognizing the audience’s choice for Best Film and Best Short Film.

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Samuel Douek, the founder and director of HMFF, expressed his excitement for the film festival’s celebration.“After 17 years of Hola Mexico, we feel like we’re just getting started! It’s a joy to work with talented filmmakers to showcase their stories on the big screen. In the current political climate, highlighting the achievements of Mexicans and Latinos is crucial. Immigrants like Iñárritu, Cuarón, and Del Toro show what success looks like! In 2025, we will present an exciting lineup of films that resonate deeply with audiences. We’re thankful to Toyota for their support, which helps amplify our voices. I look forward to seeing everyone at the theaters!”

Each year, the festival takes part in this tradition of the festival poster and prides itself on working with Mexico’s most sought-after graphic designers to create unique and collectible poster art. This year’s poster was designed by Ely Ely.

Ely is a talented illustrator with over 10 years of experience in advertising, editorial, and mural work. Inspired by nature, personal introspection, and Mexico’s vibrant colors, she has collaborated with national and international brands. The design suggests a fantastical figure that represents cinema: a doorway to other worlds. Wrapped in textures that resemble Mexican textiles, this character evokes feelings of wonder, strangeness, and the opportunity to inhabit imagined realities.

The 10-day program provides a platform for these talented individuals offering an immersive professional development experience. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with both esteemed Mexican filmmakers and renowned industry professionals based in the U.S., opening doors and expanding networks crucial for their career advancement. Filmmakers interested in participating in this transformative program are encouraged to apply.

2025 Sponsors of the 17th Annual Hola Mexico Film Festival Presented by Toyota: DCA (Department of Cultural Affairs, Los Angeles), KCRW, LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, McDonald’s, Maison Perrier, and presenting sponsor the  Toyota.

Hola Mexico Film Festival presented by Toyota: September 12-20, 2025. Opening Night film announcement coming soon, in the meantime you can purchase your festival passes for the Hola Mexico Film Festival presented by Toyota starting today at https://www.holamexicoff.com/

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“Cinema is one of the best platforms for cultural expression in the arts,” said Alex Chau, Brand Media Manager, and Integrated Marketing Operations for Toyota Motor North America. “We are delighted to once again participate in the Hola Mexico Film Festival to showcase the rich, vibrant stories that connect with audiences and promote cultural pride for Latinos in the United States.”

The opening night film screening on October 2, Lecciones Para Canallas (Lessons for Scroundels) will take place at The Montalban Theater located at 1615 Vine St, Hollywood, CA 90028.

The festival is comprised of the following sections:  México Ahora, Documental, El Otro México, and Nocturno. México Ahora features the best of Mexican films released in recent years, covering every genre. Documental includes notable non-fiction films made by Mexican filmmakers. El Otro Mexico highlights experiences of Mexicans rarely portrayed on screen, skilfully presenting perceptive narratives that challenge the status quo. The Nocturno section offers offbeat stories and horror films.

A special showcase of two Mexican Films from the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema: Sombra Verde (starring Ricardo Montalban himself and directed by Roberto Gabaldon and La Mujer Murcielago (Batwoman) a film that has been lost for decades directed by the renowned Rene Cardona.  Both films have been fully restored in HD and will play in the wonderful Montalban Theater rooftop.

 Celebrating its 14th edition, Hola Mexico Film Festival will take place during October 2022, offering film enthusiasts a chance to view a variety of significant Mexican films. Sponsors include: Toyota, Hollywood Foreign Press, Warner Media, DCA, and La Plaza de Cultura Y Artes.

Hola Mexico Film Festival presented by Toyota tickets will go sale on Friday September 2, 2022.

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