Cinema Tropical
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Founded in 2001, NYC-based non-profit media arts organization Cinema Tropical is the leading promoter of Latin American cinema in the U.S.
🇧🇷 THE SECRET AGENT is the fifth Brazilian film to cross the $1M mark at the U.S. box office, joining a select group that includes I’M STILL HERE (2024), CITY OF GOD (2002), CENTRAL STATION (1998), and DONA FLOR AND HER TWO HUSBANDS (1976) 🇧🇷
THE SECRET AGENT Crosses $1 Million at U.S. Box Office, Entering Brazilian Cinema History — Cinema Tropical
With its U.S. box office surpassing the $1 million mark, Kleber Mendonça Filho’s The Secret Agent / O Agente Secreto has secured a place in a remarkably small and historic group. The film becomes on...
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December 23, 2025 at 4:16 PM
🇧🇷 THE SECRET AGENT is the fifth Brazilian film to cross the $1M mark at the U.S. box office, joining a select group that includes I’M STILL HERE (2024), CITY OF GOD (2002), CENTRAL STATION (1998), and DONA FLOR AND HER TWO HUSBANDS (1976) 🇧🇷
Hear Carlos Gutiérrez, executive director of Cinema Tropical, accept the Leading Light Award at DOC NYC's Visionaries Tribute—on community, accountability, and documentary cinema today
Hear Carlos Gutiérrez’s Leading Light Award Acceptance Speech at DOC NYC’s Visionaries Tribute — Cinema Tropical
At DOC NYC’s Visionaries Tribute on November 12, Carlos A. Gutiérrez, co-founding executive director of Cinema Tropical, accepted the Leading Light Award by turning the spotlight outward—toward community, responsibility, and the urgent role of documentary cinema today. Speaking as someone “usually
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December 21, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Hear Carlos Gutiérrez, executive director of Cinema Tropical, accept the Leading Light Award at DOC NYC's Visionaries Tribute—on community, accountability, and documentary cinema today
We’re excited to announce the six nominees for the Cinema Tropical Award for Best U.S. Latinx Film of the Year! www.cinematropical.com/awards16
December 19, 2025 at 5:23 PM
We’re excited to announce the six nominees for the Cinema Tropical Award for Best U.S. Latinx Film of the Year! www.cinematropical.com/awards16
Obama picks Brazil's THE SECRET AGENT by Kleber Mendonça Filho as one of his favorites of the year
Obama Picks Brazil's THE SECRET AGENT as One of His Favorites of the Year — Cinema Tropical
Former U.S. President Barack Obama shared his annual list of favorite movies, music, and books on social media, a tradition eagerly anticipated by fans and cultural enthusiasts alike. Among the 11 films he highlighted this year is the Brazilian feature The Secret Agent / O Agente Secreto by accl
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December 19, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Obama picks Brazil's THE SECRET AGENT by Kleber Mendonça Filho as one of his favorites of the year
Cinema Tropical has revealed the 25 standout Latin American films of the year for the 16th Annual Cinema Tropical Awards! Winners in major categories will be announced January 7, 2026 at Film at Lincoln Center in New York City
16 Cinema Tropical Awards — Cinema Tropical
16th Annual Cinema Tropical Awards
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December 18, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Cinema Tropical has revealed the 25 standout Latin American films of the year for the 16th Annual Cinema Tropical Awards! Winners in major categories will be announced January 7, 2026 at Film at Lincoln Center in New York City
Warner Bros. unveils the first poster for DIGGER, Alejandro González Iñárritu’s latest film, starring Tom Cruise and set to premiere in fall 2026
December 18, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Warner Bros. unveils the first poster for DIGGER, Alejandro González Iñárritu’s latest film, starring Tom Cruise and set to premiere in fall 2026
Berlinale announces three Latin American films—from Brazil and Mexico—in first slate for 2026 edition
Berlinale Announces Three Latin American Films in First Slate for 2026 — Cinema Tropical
The Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) has announced the first titles for its 2026 edition, including three Latin American films from Brazil and Mexico.
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December 17, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Berlinale announces three Latin American films—from Brazil and Mexico—in first slate for 2026 edition
Brazil made a strong showing on the 98th Oscars shortlists: four Brazilian films and a Brazilian cinematographer advance to the next round
Brazil Shines on the 98th Oscars Shortlists — Cinema Tropical
Brazil made a strong showing on the 98th Academy Awards shortlists unveiled today by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Four Brazilian films, along with a Brazilian cinematographer, adva...
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December 16, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Brazil made a strong showing on the 98th Oscars shortlists: four Brazilian films and a Brazilian cinematographer advance to the next round
Two Brazilian films and one Argentine move closer to the Oscars: APOCALYPSE IN THE TROPICS, BELÉN, and THE SECRET AGENT, all make the 98th Academy Awards shortlists
Two Brazilian Films and One Argentine Move Closer to the Oscars — Cinema Tropical
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today the shortlists in 12 categories for the 98th Academy Awards, which include two Latin American films in the International Feature Film co...
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December 16, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Two Brazilian films and one Argentine move closer to the Oscars: APOCALYPSE IN THE TROPICS, BELÉN, and THE SECRET AGENT, all make the 98th Academy Awards shortlists
Film at Lincoln Center presents 'THE SECRET AGENT Network,' a weeklong series of nine films curated by Kleber Mendonça Filho. January 7—13, 2026 in New York City
Film at Lincoln Center Presents 'THE SECRET AGENT Network,' a Series Curated by Kleber Mendonça Filho — Cinema Tropical
Film at Lincoln Center announces has announced the weeklong series “ The Secret Agent Network,” composed of nine films chosen by Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho, running January 7–13, 2026 in New York City. Timed to the theatrical release of his award-winning film&nb
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December 16, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Film at Lincoln Center presents 'THE SECRET AGENT Network,' a weeklong series of nine films curated by Kleber Mendonça Filho. January 7—13, 2026 in New York City
Edward James Olmos memorably portrayed Abraham Quintanilla Jr. in Gregory Nava’s SELENA (1997). Selena’s father died today at the age of 86.
December 14, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Edward James Olmos memorably portrayed Abraham Quintanilla Jr. in Gregory Nava’s SELENA (1997). Selena’s father died today at the age of 86.
In memoriam: Legendary Argentine actor Héctor Alterio (1929—2025).
In Memoriam: Legendary Argentine Actor Héctor Alterio — Cinema Tropical
Héctor Alterio, one of the most essential actors in the history of Argentine cinema and theater, died today at the age of 96 in Madrid, Spain, where he lived and worked for decades after going into ex...
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December 13, 2025 at 6:47 PM
In memoriam: Legendary Argentine actor Héctor Alterio (1929—2025).
Explore the Latinx and Latin American Selection at Sundance 2026
Sundance 2026 Announces US Latinx and Latin American Selections — Cinema Tropical
The Sundance Film Festival has announced the complete lineup for its 2026 edition, taking place January 22 – February 1, both in person in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah, as well as online. The up...
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December 12, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Explore the Latinx and Latin American Selection at Sundance 2026
The Hollywood Reporter en Español escoge sus películas favoritas en español del año!
Las mejores películas en español de 2025
2025 fue un año sólido para el cine en español, con estrenos destacados provenientes de distintos países de habla hispana como España, Argentina, México, Chile, Colombia, Perú, Uruguay y Panamá. La di...
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December 10, 2025 at 9:48 PM
The Hollywood Reporter en Español escoge sus películas favoritas en español del año!
For Your Consideration: Meet this year's 15 Latin American Academy Awards contenders for Best International Feature
For Your Consideration: Meet This Year's Latin American Oscar Contenders — Cinema Tropical
Fourteen Latin American countries—including past winners Argentina, Chile, and Mexico—are vying for Best International
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December 10, 2025 at 3:28 PM
For Your Consideration: Meet this year's 15 Latin American Academy Awards contenders for Best International Feature
Mexico’s Oscars entry WE SHALL NOT BE MOVED / NO NOS MOVERÁN, by Pierre Saint Martin, has been named one of the year’s Best International Features by the New York Film Critics Online
Mexico’s Oscar Entry WE SHALL NOT BE MOVED Named One of the Year’s Best International Films by New York Film Critics Online — Cinema Tropical
We Shall Not Be Moved ( No nos moverán ), the acclaimed debut feature by Mexican filmmaker Pierre Saint Martin and Mexico’s official submission for Best International Feature at the 98th Academy Awar...
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December 9, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Mexico’s Oscars entry WE SHALL NOT BE MOVED / NO NOS MOVERÁN, by Pierre Saint Martin, has been named one of the year’s Best International Features by the New York Film Critics Online
Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho has nabbed Hollywood's attention. His film THE SECRET AGENT was just nominated for several Golden Globes and seems to be on a glide path to Oscar glory like last year's Brazilian film I'M STILL HERE
Oscar watch: Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho has Hollywood's attention
His film 'The Secret Agent,' starring Wagner Moura, was just nominated for several Golden Globes and seems to be on a glide path to Oscar glory like last year's Brazilian film, 'I'm Still Here.'
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December 8, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho has nabbed Hollywood's attention. His film THE SECRET AGENT was just nominated for several Golden Globes and seems to be on a glide path to Oscar glory like last year's Brazilian film I'M STILL HERE
Hammer to Nail interviews director Colette Ghunim of Mexican and Palestine descend, on her debut feature film TRACES OF HOME, which won the Grand Jury Prize in the U.S. Competition at @docnycfest.bsky.social
A Conversation with Colette Ghunim (TRACES OF HOME)
In Traces of Home, filmmaker Colette Ghunim takes her parents back to the homes they were forced to leave as children. Her mother returns to her childhood home in Mexico City, and her father finds the...
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December 8, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Hammer to Nail interviews director Colette Ghunim of Mexican and Palestine descend, on her debut feature film TRACES OF HOME, which won the Grand Jury Prize in the U.S. Competition at @docnycfest.bsky.social
Latin American talent shines at the 83rd Golden Globes: Guillermo del Toro’s FRANKENSTEIN and Kleber Mendonça Filho’s THE SECRET AGENT score big, Wagner Moura makes history, and Benicio del Toro earns recognition
Del Toro's FRANKENSTEIN and THE SECRET AGENT Propel Latin America in the Golden Globe Race — Cinema Tropical
The Golden Globe Awards announced this morning the nominations for its 83rd annual edition, which include a strong showing from Latin America across film and television. Guillermo del Toro’s highly an...
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December 8, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Latin American talent shines at the 83rd Golden Globes: Guillermo del Toro’s FRANKENSTEIN and Kleber Mendonça Filho’s THE SECRET AGENT score big, Wagner Moura makes history, and Benicio del Toro earns recognition
The Brazilian documentary APOCALYPSE IN THE TROPICS by Petra Costa and the short film LOOKING FOR A DONKEY by Venezuelan director Juan Vicente Manrique take home IDA Awards
APOCALYPSE IN THE TROPICS and LOOKING FOR A DONKEY Take Home IDA Awards — Cinema Tropical
Two Latin American films were awarded at the IDA Documentary Awards: the Brazilian documentary feature Apocalypse in the Tropics / Apocalipse nos Trópicos by Petra Costa Petra Costa received two pri...
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December 7, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The Brazilian documentary APOCALYPSE IN THE TROPICS by Petra Costa and the short film LOOKING FOR A DONKEY by Venezuelan director Juan Vicente Manrique take home IDA Awards
Cinco razones para ver NO NOS MOVERÁN, recomienda Animal Político. La candidata mexicana a los #Oscars se exhibe actualmente en el Cinema Village en Nueva York y se estrena pronto en el Teatro Roxie en San Francisco!
5 razones para ver “No nos moverán”, la peli que nos enfrenta con la venganza, el dolor y el olvido
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December 3, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Cinco razones para ver NO NOS MOVERÁN, recomienda Animal Político. La candidata mexicana a los #Oscars se exhibe actualmente en el Cinema Village en Nueva York y se estrena pronto en el Teatro Roxie en San Francisco!
Three Latin American films have scored Film Independent Spirit Awards nominations!
ESTA ISLA, A POET and THE SECRET AGENT Score Spirit Awards Nominations — Cinema Tropical
Three Latin American films—from Puerto Rico, Colombia, and Brazil—were announced this morning as nominees for the 41st Film Independent Spirit Awards, presented by Film Independent in celebration of t...
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December 3, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Three Latin American films have scored Film Independent Spirit Awards nominations!
Historic win! Wagner Moura is the first Latin American Best Actor by the New York Film Critics Circle, and THE SECRET AGENT is named Best International Film. Parabéns, Wagner and Kleber!
Wagner Moura Makes History as First Latin American Best Actor at New York Film Critics Circle — Cinema Tropical
In a landmark moment for Latin American cinema in the United States, Wagner Moura has become the first Latin American performer to win Best Actor from the New York Film Critics Circle (NYFCC), thanks ...
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December 2, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Historic win! Wagner Moura is the first Latin American Best Actor by the New York Film Critics Circle, and THE SECRET AGENT is named Best International Film. Parabéns, Wagner and Kleber!
Kleber Mendonça Filho’s THE SECRET AGENT makes history with the biggest U.S. debut ever for a Brazilian film, earning a whopping $35K per-theater average at Film at Lincoln Center and the Angelika Film Center in New York City. A NEON release.
THE SECRET AGENT Scores a Historic U.S. Debut for a Brazilian Film — Cinema Tropical
Propelled by a wave of early awards buzz, The Secret Agent has achieved the biggest opening for a Brazilian film in the United States—ever. In an extremely limited release by NEON, and playing in ju...
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December 1, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Kleber Mendonça Filho’s THE SECRET AGENT makes history with the biggest U.S. debut ever for a Brazilian film, earning a whopping $35K per-theater average at Film at Lincoln Center and the Angelika Film Center in New York City. A NEON release.
Tonatiuh (KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN), Benicio del Toro (ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER), Kleber Mendonça Filho and Wagner Moura (THE SECRET AGENT) vie for this year’s Gotham Awards
Mendonça Filho, Moura, del Toro, and Tonatiuh Vie for This Year’s Gotham Awards — Cinema Tropical
The 35th Annual Gotham Awards, the American film awards presented each year in New York City, take place this Monday, December 1, with four Latin American talents in contention. Brazilian filmmaker K...
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November 29, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Tonatiuh (KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN), Benicio del Toro (ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER), Kleber Mendonça Filho and Wagner Moura (THE SECRET AGENT) vie for this year’s Gotham Awards