Romeo y Julieta, 1943 (Antonio Arias Bernal). Source: Agrasanchez Film Archive.
			Doña Diabla, 1949 (José Spert). Source: Agrasanchez Film Archive.

Friday, August 17th
Cantinflas, Siempre Cantinflas
During his lifetime Mario Moreno inspired artists Diego Rivera, Miguel Covarrubias, and Rufino Tamayo, enjoyed enormous popular appeal, broke box office records and provoked discussion of issues of class and identity in Mexico. This program celebrates the artistic and cultural legacy of one of Mexico's greatest film personalities - Mario Moreno. This entertaining will include biographical information tracing the development of Mario Moreno/Cantinflas from the carpas of Mexico City to his triumph as a national icon and international film star. Through a discussion of six film clips the audience will examine the linguistic acrobatics, social commentary, and cultural contributions of Mario Moreno.

Time: 10:00AM - 12:30PM (please arrive with students by 9:30AM)
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Friday, September 14th
Maria Bonita: La Leyenda de Maria Felix
Love her or hate her, María Félix continues to be the face of Mexican Cinema. Although she has not made a film in over thirty years, La Doña still captures the imagination of the Mexican public. Outspoken, caustic, absurd, vain, she is an international celebrity of high drama and startling presence. Her life is the story of twentieth century Mexican film. This fun presentation will examine this legend of sensuality and powerful femininity celebrated in song by her ex-husband Augustin Lara and painted by Diego Rivera and her current husband. Discussion will follow the showing of five film clips from her 48 films and recorded interviews.

Time: 10:00AM - 12:30PM (please arrive with students by 9:30AM)
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Friday, October 19th
Dolores del Rio: Belleza Mexicana
A star in both Mexico and the U.S., Dolores del Rio played a wide variety of roles - from a Brazilian socialite to Elvis Presley's mother - all the while remaining her photogenic self. Collaborating with Emilio "El Indio" Fernandez, Gabriel Figueroa, and Pedro Armendariz she epitomized the female lead of the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema. This entertaining student presentation will examine del Rio's contribution through film clips and biographic background information.

Time: 10:00AM - 12:30PM (please arrive with students by 9:30AM)
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Friday, November 16th
Tin Tan: Tan Talentoso
Actor, singer, dancer, composer, Tin Tan (German Valdes) ignited the screen with his energetic debut in 1943. Strongly influenced by the Pachuco Movement of the southwest, he projected the knowing adaptability of the cultural border crosser. This presentation focuses on the many talents of Tin Tan, the fast talker, the lover, the comic, and the dandy as revealed in his films and songs.

Time: 10:00AM - 12:30PM (please arrive with students by 9:30AM)
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All screenings are FREE. Programs have been designed to be appropriate for grades 7 through 12. There are only 195 seats available per presentation. Please make your reservations NOW!

Additional Information:
Anthony Vargas
Community Outreach Coordinator
tucine@sdlatinofilm.com

Transportation:
Leave the driving to the San Diego Trolley or Bus. The Mann Hazard Center Theater is a step away from the trolley. Take advantage of the discounted Classroom Day Tripper tickets call 619.233.9558 for details.