The AFI Latin American Film Festival is one of North America’s largest and longest-running showcases of Latin American cinema. Now in its 36th year, the festival is one of Washington’s top cultural events and features award-winning films, in-person conversations with filmmaker guests and exciting embassy-hosted parties. With the inclusion of films from Spain and Portugal, the festival celebrates Ibero-American cultural connections during National Hispanic Heritage Month. Don’t miss your chance to see film festival favorites, local box-office hits and debut works by promising new talents. Join a diverse audience of film lovers!
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Opening Night
THE SECRET AGENT
Thursday, September 18, 7:00 p.m.
In 1977 during the Brazilian dictatorship, a political dissident (Wagner Moura) comes out of hiding in an attempt to escape to freedom with his young son. Kleber Mendonça Filho’s atmospheric thriller won four awards at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Festival Passes
Now on sale!
Explore the best in Latin American cinema with an All-Access Festival Pass! This pass provides admission for one to every screening in the AFI Latin American Film Festival, including Opening and Closing Night. Valued at nearly $600!
General Admission
$200
See the discounts available to Silver Cinema Club members here.*
*Silver Cinema Club discounts for the All-Access Festival Pass are available on in-person purchases only.
Please visit our box office during operating hours for assistance with buying a Festival Pass.
Tickets
Now on sale!
General Admission
$15
Unless otherwise stated.
Watch for our $10 ticket sale day on August 28 (10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.)
View trailers for the announced films below.
Thank you to our AFI Latin American Film Festival Supporters
