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FELIZ AÑO TIJUANA
Adventure, romance, and the resplendent cultural flavor of Tijuana permeate the air in this spirited, high-energy and imaginative film. When Alejandro, a Chicano Studies professor from Los Angeles, finds himself stranded in the unpredictable border town on New Year’s Eve, a surprise encounter with a former student leads to a night that will unleash a roller coaster of emotions in Alejandro that brings his inner conflicts of love, belief and identity bubbling to the surface.
“Unusual and striking!” – Los Angeles Times
DIRECTOR:
Andrew van Baal
WRITER:
Andrew van Baal
Luis Deveze
PRODUCER:
Luis Deveze
Andrew van Baal
CAST:
Country of Origin: Mexico / United States
Format: DCP/1.85/Color
Sound Format: Stereo
Running Time: 74 minutes
Genre: Drama
Rating: Not Rated
In Spanish and English with English Subtitles
“A love letter to Tijuana” “A rabidly independent film”
–Los Angeles Times
“This unique look at how luck and chance can change one’s outlook on life is buoyed by outstanding performances and an engaging, dramatic story with plenty of comedic undertones”
– American Cinematheque
“Director van Baal makes superb use of Tijuana’s colorful panorama of street action as Alejandro mixes with vendors, mystery characters, sex workers, and would-be friends who will challenge his status quo”
– Gene Siskel Film Center
