A new film festival celebrating Latino culture and community is coming to Iowa City this weekend. The inaugural Aquí y Allá Latin American Film Festival takes place May 1-3 at FilmScene’s Chauncey cinema.
The festival will screen six new feature films, one short film and one repertory title over the course of three days. It will also include panel discussions, art displays, poetry readings and receptions with complimentary food for attendees. All events are free, with a “pay what you can” ticket donation option available.
The opening night screening of Un Techo Sin Cielo (A Skyless Roof) includes an in-person Q&A with Mexican director Diego Hernández. All films will have English subtitles, and in-person festivities will be presented in both English and Spanish…