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Tijuana Launches First Film Festival With Red-Carpet Gala

Backed by a 10‑million‑peso investment, the new platform aims to connect local talent with the film industry.

Overview

  • The four‑day event runs November 6–9 with screenings at Casa de la Cultura Playas and Cinépolis Plaza Coronado.
  • Baja California culture secretary Illya Haro said the festival was built to link regional creators with the industry and to seek international projection next year.
  • Organizers reported a 10‑million‑peso budget and said economic‑impact figures will be released in the coming days.
  • Tijuana‑born director David Pablos presented his film ahead of its commercial release and spoke about returning to his hometown.
  • Actor Silverio Palacios led a youth workshop, a talk with Gustavo Sánchez Parra is scheduled, and the program featured the edition’s winning short films.