**Valle de Guadalupe Film Festival to Honor Mexican Filmmaker Alfonso Arau**
Lights, camera, action! The inaugural edition of the Valle de Guadalupe Film Festival is set to commence with a special tribute to the esteemed Mexican filmmaker Alfonso Arau. Renowned for directing hits like “A Walk in the Clouds” (starring Keanu Reeves), “Zapata: The Dream of a Hero,” and the iconic “Like Water for Chocolate,” Arau has significantly impacted Mexican cinema. This heartfelt homage is scheduled for Friday, September 20, at 5:30 PM at the Museo de la Vid y el Vino.
Adding to his impressive accolades, Arau holds the unique distinction of being the first to direct the famed American director Woody Allen in the film “Picking Up the Pieces.” For those intrigued by Arau’s remarkable journey and accomplishments, a film discussion led by critic Ernesto Diezmartínez will follow at 6:00 PM.
The day’s festivities will also feature the unveiling of the visual artist Julio Orozco’s exhibition “Halls of the Past, Projections of the Future” at 7:00 PM. To cap off the festival’s opening day, attendees can enjoy a concert of “Great Works of the Seventh Art” performed by the Wind Quintet of the Baja California Orchestra at 8:30 PM, followed by a captivating video mapping presentation titled “Libélula” at 10:00 PM.
Best of all, admission to all these activities is free! The festival kicks off on Friday, September 20, at 5:30 PM at the Museo de la Vid y el Vino in Valle de Guadalupe, located at Carr. Fed. Tecate-Ensenada Km 81.3371 Fracc. Norte, 22750 Francisco Zarco, B.C. For the complete festival program, visit: https://festivaldecinevalleguadalupe.com.
**Secondary Article: Hollywood Reporter Highlights Arau’s Contributions**
According to recent reports, Alfonso Arau’s contribution to both Mexican and international cinema continues to be celebrated far and wide. In a recent Hollywood interview, Arau shared insights into his career, shedding light on lesser-known aspects of his work with international stars and directors. This recognition comes in conjunction with various global film festivals acknowledging his timeless contributions to the art of filmmaking.
For more on Arau’s latest projects and ongoing impact on the cinematic world, you can follow the updates from various entertainment news outlets globally.
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