Vancouver Latin American Film Festival

The relationship between cinema and literature has always existed; language leads us to the image. Although cinema will never surpass the power of the imagination—which literature captures using nothing more […]

This year’s selection for VLAFF’s Classic Cinema section is director Tomás Gutiérrez Alea’s unwavering masterpiece, Memories of Underdevelopment (1968), a vital film for understanding the early years of the Cuban […]

For lovers of Latin American cinema, actor and director Daniel Hendler is, at the very least, a fascinating figure. His early roles as an actor in Uruguayan cinema, under the […]

At VLAFF, we are very proud to present, during our upcoming 24th edition, nine films that have recently received a combined 40 nominations for the Ariel Awards, presented by the […]

Volunteer applications and shifts are now open for the 24th Vancouver Latin American Film Festival, taking place September 10 – 20, 2026. VLAFF would not be possible without the incredible […]

The countdown to VLAFF 2026 officially begins! We are thrilled to unveil the Official Poster for the 24th Vancouver Latin American Film Festival, taking place September 10 – 20, 2026, […]

Notice of Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026 Please note that the Vancouver Latin American Film Festival’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will now take place on Tuesday, July 14. Thank you […]

Expression of Interest – VLAFF Board of Directors The Vancouver Latin American Film Festival (VLAFF) is currently accepting Expressions of Interest from individuals interested in joining our Board of Directors. […]

The Vancouver Latin American Film Festival (VLAFF) is seeking a Technical Assistant, Audiovisual through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program. This position is ideal for an emerging arts worker interested […]

When visiting Havana’s cinemas, such as the Yara, the 23 y 12, and of course, the Chaplin—the best-equipped cinema of them all, which also serves as Cuba’s national cinematheque —one […]