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Los Angeles.—The 2023 East LA Film Festival will take place on Saturday, October 28th at the East LA Civic Center, promising a thrilling cinematic event. The festival, which has become a prominent showcase for independent films and underrepresented voices, will highlight the creative and diverse spirit of our community, while increasing public awareness.

“Eastmont Community Center and The East LA Society of Film and Arts (TELASOFA) have come together to produce the East LA Film Festival with the mission of Provoking Thought and Inspiring Solutions; Through film we are able to provide education and engagement on issues affecting our East LA Community.” said Juan Escobedo, Founder & Director; Board President of TELASOFA.

The East LA Film Festival will feature household names like Fabian Alomar From Flaming Hot, Mayans, and This Fool; Carlos Carrasco, from Blood in Blood Out; Laura Patalano from Hulu’s This Fool, and Eric Ochoa from Cholo Housewives.

The event’s program includes performances by guest artists and will have food vendors and artisans; as well as a red-carpet moment, the film showcase, followed by this year’s awards.

“Eastmont Community Center (ECC) is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the largest East L.A. Film Festival. This one-of-a-kind experience encourages engagement among our community residents and uplifts the representation of our Hispanic, Latino, and Indigenous cultures, while highlighting economic and social issues affecting our community. As a community-based organization with the focus on social and human services, inclusivity and diversity are at the core of our values, this festival compliments the impact the organization creates by providing direct social services through our stories and film.” Isaias Hernandez, Eastmont Community Center’s Executive Director.

The 2023 East LA Film Festival promises to be a celebration of diversity and creativity in film, bringing together filmmakers and film enthusiasts to experience a wide range of cinematic perspectives and voices. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this exceptional film event that celebrates the richness of East Los Angeles and the power of film to unite communities.

Where:

East LA Civic Center