For the 20th consecutive year, CAFILM presents a selection of Oscar® submissions from around the world. This year, 88 countries submitted films for consideration in the 2024 Academy Awards® Best International Feature Film category. For Your Consideration is a rare opportunity to watch a selection of these outstanding international films, many of which are top film festival prizewinners.
MEXICO’S SUBMISSION FOR BEST INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM • 2024 ACADEMY AWARDS®
In a bustling Mexican household, seven-year-old Sol is swept up in a whirlwind of preparations for the birthday party for her father, Tona, led by her mother, aunts and other relatives. As the day goes on, building to an event both anticipated and dreaded, Sol begins to understand the gravity of the celebration this year and comes to understand that her world is about to change dramatically.
This poignant and emotionally expansive film from Lila Avilés (The Chambermaid) cements her skill at directing dynamic, ensemble performances in her stunning sophomore effort.
In Spanish and English with English subtitles
Director Lila Avilés (Mexico 2023) 95 min.
MVFF46 Official Selection
Lila Avilés • 2023 recipient of the Mind the Gap Creation Prize
SATURDAY, JANUARY 6 • 2:15
$14. General | $10.50 Seniors & Youth | $8.50 CAFILM members