Discoveries from Mexico World Cinema

In 1983, César de Grajales, announces in a TV commercial his new invention: A telephone to talk to beings from beyond. During the demonstration of his invention, César makes contact with former president Plutarco Elías Calles.

A Latino living in Berlin reunites with his ex-partner, a German guy who brought him to that country. The night is filled with nostalgic possibilities, but their farewell seems imminent.

During the Mexican Revolution, Reynaldo, a lonely antisocial man who lives isolated in the countryside, is tormented by a sinister creature that comes from the darkest depths of the forest. Pursued by his own past, Reynaldo, accompanied by Ramón, a young boy who is in his care, will confront the beast before it finishes them off. However, a dark and cold secret hides in the origin of the creature, because not everything is what it seems.

In this documentary, Sarah Maldoror offers a portrait of the Mexican painter Vlady (1920-2005, born Vladimir Kibaltchich), filming mainly his works with voice-over commentary by the artist himself, answering the filmmaker's questions.

A little girl who is allergic to almost everything is forced to live alone isolated from the outside world. When a small lemur brought from Madagascar to an illegal market in Mexico escapes and finds a way to the little girl's room, a strange friendship is formed.

A brief reflection on time.

Mayan culture still thrives among the Tzotzil people of San Andrés Larrainzar, a town in southeastern Mexico. Each inhabitant shares responsibility for the collective well-being but only a few are called upon to serve the gods—often in a dream.

The Moiras are at the table, in front of them lies a great banquet. Clot spinning with a spindle of wood; Lathesis measuring the thread with his hands, and Atropos cutting it with scissors, when they are interrupted by an omen that will be revealed to him.

Adrian must keep his work afloat while undergoing heavy chemotherapy. Tired of the abusive treatment of his worst client and suffocated by the demands of his boss, he decides to put his requirements in order, giving each party what they deserve.

A farmer aspires to marry the daughter of the local aristocrats, but she think he's beneath her. It take a long time for things to settle into a groove so life can run smoothly again for all concerned.

A doctor receives a call in the early morning. Álvaro, his neighbor, asks him to go urgently because an incident has happened. Upon entering the neighbors' kitchen, he discovers a wounded young man and Álvaro still pointing at him.

Known as the “Most Gored Bullfighter in History,” Antonio Barrera has been stabbed 23 times by his horned adversary. Barrera may not be the most graceful bullfighter, but his unyielding fervor has carried him through each gore. Now with a wife and two children, his career poses a threat to his family’s stability and Barrera must grapple with saying goodbye to a passion he’s had his whole life.

A dangerous agent for the Mexican government is sent to capture a powerful drug lord.

James Hernández, Mexico’s most wanted serial killer, carefully chooses his next victim. But what begins as another calculated murder turns into the one mistake that exposes him and leads to his capture.

Carlos is a teenager who lives with his mother, Lily, waiting for Fernando, his father, who works as a truck driver. One weekend, Fernando comes home from work to try to take his place as the father of the family, while Carlos and Lily do everything they can to make him stay.

In the streets the gangs are the ones that rule. When one side kills its opponents, it starts a war that is going to be very expensive for all.

The war between the mafias is becoming more brutal every day, which is why loyal employees are as necessary as life itself.

Octavio is studying at a seminary when his father dies. He must get married and have children so he can inherit the family fortune.

The 2nd part of El Guero Estrada, now all the people believe the most worst person of the zone, was dead, but he is back to fix he life.

1930s yuppie Pedro has a wife and two mistresses, but tragically learns the error of his ways.

A young seductive wrapped in the lives of two sisters, destroying a family and marking the life of the young forever.

Directed by Miguel Contreras Torres.

Twelve Mexicans, scattered across different cities worldwide, capture their personal experiences during the early days of the 2020 pandemic lockdown. With only the resources at hand, they document their daily lives, reflecting the uncertainty, confusion, and anxiety that marked this unprecedented moment in history. From the relative comfort of isolation at home to the vulnerability of those at risk of losing their jobs or fighting the virus on the front lines.

On July 8th of 1976 more than 200 journalists left the Excelsior Journal leaded by their director Julio Scherer García. This is part of a collective chronicle.

From abuse the most pleasurable and sensual revenge can be reborn.

The crazy adventures of a third-rate mechanic who works in a hangar at Mexico City airport. This mechanic spends his time telling fictional adventures to a little boy named "Memin," who calls himself "his co-pilot." One day, "Captain Thousand Hours" is forced to prove his courage to help a beautiful young woman named Sandra find her family. Forced by circumstances, Captain Thousand Hours must prove to "Memin" and his other friends that his experiences were real.

A young man who recently lost his father, goes away to a cabin in the woods to deal with his grief

Mexican feature film

A secret agent who dies on a mission asks Heaven to let him go back to Earth to complete his mission, and much to his disapproval, he is reincarnated in a bellboy's body.

Public-works engineer entrusted with a big project faces problems in his home life and conflicts with a corrupt local businessman.

Uni professor is voted "Hunkiest teacher of the year." Madcap complications.

Oliver was a happy man but his recent divorce has forced him to abandon himself, due to the clinical depression. During terrible episodes of depression, he realize the strong bonds he has created over time.

"El Baby" is a documentary that portrays the fascinating story behind the disco Baby`O. From the craziest parties to the obstacles it has had to overcome. This film exposes the nights that shaped this legendary place.

Part of paraconsistent sequence series. “A paraconsistent logic allows inconsistency without absurdity.” The works in this subcollection contain contradictions of time and place, reorganizations of past, present and future.

Horacio lives in Houston with his girlfriend. She is desired by another man, a criminal who has the support of the Commander and who will do whatever it takes to achieve what he wants.

Mexican feature film

Sometimes a man will go to the ends of the earth to win the girl he loves! In this romantic comedy, billionaire Abundio Celso falls in love with the beautiful Claudia. But no matter how many gifts he gives her, he can't impress this girl

The women of the region of the Autonomous Municipality (better known as, el Municipio Autónomo 17 de noviembre) talk about the importance of working collectively, through interviews with groups who work with corn, vegetables and bread.

Marianne and Leo argue about their failing marriage while awaiting the judge's decision on custody of their daughter, Anna.

Tomás, recently graduated from film school, is sent by the institution to take the next admission exam in Ciudad del Carmen (Campeche), one of the different points in the Republic called "lighthouses" where said exam is taken. in favor of the decentralization of national cinema. On his journey, Tomás will find the motivation he needs to complete his thesis and discover himself... Or not.

Los Ángeles Azules close out the year and their 2023 tour with a one-of-kind-show featuring a symphonic performance of their biggest hits from their repertoire spanning over four decades.

Through the planet, explore the home and habitat of the mangrove jaguars on the banks of the Santiago River, where its current meets the sea on the coast of Nayarit, an area that has become a natural refuge for cats.

The tale of a guard at Chapultepec Castle that has fallen in love with a beautiful ghost who haunts its hallowed halls, and his tragic but happy end.

The breathtaking sights and sounds of Mexico's lush Pacific coast come alive in this captivating comedy-drama shot in the isolated seaside village of Yelapa. Join four offbeat travelers hunting for romantic adventure, hidden cash, a mysterious father, and the mythic sorceror, "Don Juan," made famous in books by Carlos Castaneda. Featuring a cast of North American actors and Yelapa locals and an original soundtrack recorded by members of the David Grisman Band, Tito Puente, Van Morrison, The Robert Gray Band -- and the grammy-winning CARLOS SANTANA Band.

Mexican feature film

Ines is an old atheist woman who is intrigued by the funeral services provided by Giovanna, who takes her on a tour through the graveyard to show her all the special attentions they offer to their clients