August 3 - 6, 2026 - 12:50 PM / 5:45 PM
Visit the Film Forum to see American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez a vibrant PBS-backed documentary chronicling how Luis Valdez, dubbed the father of Chicano theater, brought Mexican-American stories from farm fields to Broadway and Hollywood through works like Zoot Suit and La Bamba. Narrated by Edward James Olmos, it blends archival footage, interviews, and cultural history. Critics praise its celebratory tone, accessibility, and historical value, noting it’s especially rewarding for those interested in arts, identity, and social change.
$12 Member / $18 General
