CINEMA. CULTURA. COMUNIDAD. (Sat 9/27) 11:00am to 10:00pm

🎬 CINEMA. CULTURA. COMUNIDAD.

📅 Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 — 11am–10pm

📍Gardena Cinema | 14948 Crenshaw Blvd.

🎟️ Space is limited—grab your tickets now!

ABOUT THIS EVENT:MORE THAN A FESTIVAL—IT’S A MOVEMENT.Rooted in cultura, crafted in resistance, and stitched together with soul—Cinema. Cultura. Comunidad. activates the last single-screen movie house in South L.A. into a people’s plaza for one unforgettable day of dynamic films, delicious food, and community empowerment.

The indoor/outdoor fiesta brings together bold stories by fiery Latinas, lowriders, celebrities, street food, daylong mercado with unique collectibles, live music, beer/wine bar, and resources for immigrant families.

Come Support. Come Hungry. Come Together!💪

🏆 PREMIERING: Backstreet to the American DreamAward-winning documentary on race, labor, and class in modern-day America. Championed by Jarritos and Executive Producer Dolores Huerta (Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient).

🎥 3 Blocks of Short Films Fierce, fresh work by fierce Latina filmmakers redefining indie cinema.

🚙 L.A. Lowrider Alliance (Classic Cars) Snap pics. Cop merch. Celebrate car culture.

🎤Live Poetry by Matt Sedillo & Iris de Anda

🛍️ Goddess Mercado Pop-Up Latina artisans bring fashion, art, and handmade cultura.

🎬Movie Poster Pop-Up Get your movie memorabilia.

🌮 Street Food Heaven Feel the heat. Taste the love.

🍻 Beer & Wine Garden (21+) Sip, vibe, and toast to the immigrant hustle.

🎶 Live Music. Community Resources. All Love. All Day. Dance, shop, get informed, and support immigrant families across Los Angeles County.

WHY IT MATTERS:This is about visibility. This is about voice. This is about us. A portion of the proceeds will go to supporting grassroots immigrant-rights work on the frontlines.

Bring your crew. Bring your cultura. Make some noise!➔ Follow us on Instagram: @cinema_cultura_comunidad

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INFORMACIÓN del EVENTO:

🎬 CINEMA. CULTURA. COMUNIDAD.

📅 Sábado, 27 de septiembre de 2025 — 11am–10pm

📍Gardena Cinema | 14948 Crenshaw Blvd.

🎟️ ¡El cupo es limitado — consigue tus boletos hoy mismo!

MÁS QUE UN FESTIVAL — ES UN MOVIMIENTO.Arraigado en la cultura, entrañado en la resistencia, y tejido con alma—Cinema. Cultura. Comunidad. reactiva el último cine de solamente una pantalla en el sur de L.A. y lo convierte en una plaza del pueblo para un día inolvidable de cine, comida deliciosa y poder comunitario.

Esta fiesta interior/exterior reúne historias audaces de Latinas poderosas, lowriders, estrellas, antojitos, un mercado de día completo con piezas únicas, música en vivo, cerveza y vino, y recursos para familias inmigrantes.

Ven a apoyar. Ven con apetito. ¡Acompáñanos!💪

🏆 ESTRENO: Callejón al Sueño Americano Documental galardonado que explora la raza, el trabajo y la clase en la América actual. Apoyado por Jarritos y la Productora Ejecutiva Dolores Huerta (galardonada con la Medalla Presidencial de la Libertad).

🎥 3 Bloques de Cortometrajes Obras frescas, intensas y valientes de cineastas latinas que están redefiniendo el cine independiente.

🚙 L.A. Lowrider Alliance (Carros Clásicos) Tóme fotos. Consigue merch. Celebre la cultura de coches clásicos.

🎤Live Poesia en Vivo por Matt Sedillo & Iris de Anda

🛍️ Pop-Up del Goddess Mercado Latinas con sus artesanías de la moda y únicas.

🎬Exhibición de Pósters de CineLlévate tu recuerdo cinematográfico.

🌮 Paraíso de Comida Callejera Siente el sabor. Siente el amor.

🍻 Jardín de Cerveza y Vino (21+) Brinda, relájate y celebra la lucha inmigrante.

🎶 Música en Vivo. Recursos Comunitarios. Puro Amor. Todo el Día. Baila, compra, infórmate y apoya a las familias inmigrantes de todo el condado de Los Ángeles.

POR QUÉ IMPORTA: Esto es visibilidad. Expresar nuestra voz. Elevar nuestra comunidad.Cada boleto apoyará el trabajo comunitario en defensa de los derechos de los inmigrantes.

Trae a tu gente. Trae tu cultura. ¡Que se escuche! 📲 Síguenos en Instagram: @cinema_cultura_comunidad

THIS IS AN INDOOR CINEMA EXHIBITION. PLEASE PURCHASE ONE (1) TICKET PER PERSON.

ONE (1) admission ticket is required PER PERSON! If tickets are not available on Eventbrite, please purchase your tickets at the box office on the day of the event.

FAQ's

WHAT TIME DOES THE MOVIE START?

CINEMA. CULTURA. COMUNIDAD. starts on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11:00 am to 10:00 pm.

WHAT TIME CAN I ARRIVE?

Attendees will be allowed to enter the auditorium up to 30 minutes prior to show time.

WHERE DO I PARK?

First come, first serve with DAY PASS. Plenty of free street parking on Crenshaw Boulevard and Wadkins Avenue.

WHERE IS GARDENA CINEMA?

Gardena Cinema is located at 14948 Crenshaw Blvd, Gardena, CA 90249.

HOW DO I REDEEM MY TICKET?

Upon purchase, ticket will be emailed to you as a PDF attachment from Eventbrite. When you arrive to the event, please show the entrance attendant the bar code on your ticket at the entrance to the cinema, either by holding up your printed version, or by displaying it on your phone or smart device. Attendant will scan it to check you in, and you'll be good to go into the auditorium!

CAN I BRING FOOD / SNACKS?

NO! This is an indoor screening. Please do not bring outside food or drinks inside the cinema. Tasty refreshments and fresh popped popcorn will be sold at the cinema snack bar.

WILL YOU HAVE RESTROOMS?

YES! Gardena Cinema's lobby, snack bar, and restrooms will be open.

MAY I BRING MY PET WITH ME?

Sorry, PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED INSIDE THE ACTUAL CINEMA BUILDING, (where restrooms and snack bar are located).

WILL YOU BE HOSTING MORE OF THESE?

YES! We intend to continue curating and programming some of the BEST cinema in Los Angeles County! We provide both an intimate Drive-In style setting, as well as traditional indoor cinema experiences. Please support by following us on Instagram and Facebook -- we'll keep you posted on our screenings and events! @GardenaCinema

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @GARDENACINEMA.

Website: www.gardenacinema.com

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