About this Event
Join us as we enter the season of giving and gratitude with our Family Friendly Film block. These films are suitable for the youngest and oldest of audience members, from joyful tales to sombre reflections.
Noche de Talentos
As Saúl prepares for his school talent show, he must deal with the memories of an unfinished farewell.
Narrative Short (2025)
Runtime: 24 min
Language: Spanish
Directors: Julia Ann Moreno Arroyo
Note: English subtitles are provided for this screening.
Pa'lante
In a world of endless victories on the track, PA’LANTE tells the story of Afro - Latina twin siblings who dominate every race except the most elusive one: navigating the complexities of being human.
Narrative Short (2025)
Runtime: 18 min
Language: English, Spanish
Director: Karisma Jay
Note: Open captions are provided for this film.
Balada de Peces y Pájaros
How much would you be willing to sacrifice for forgiveness?
Narrative Short (2025)
Runtime: 8 min
Director: Juan José Arevalo y Anny Uribe
Note: There is no dialogue in this film.
People’s Cinema Club is a new microcinema powered by BlackStar at the Village of Industry and Art.
The cinema club hosts intimate screenings for local audiences right in the heart of Center City Philadelphia. People’s Cinema Club is a collaboration between BlackStar Projects, cinéSPEAK, Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival, and Philadelphia Asian American Film Foundation.
People’s Cinema Club is made possible through support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. The Village of Industry & Art is a center for creativity, craft, and community in the heart of Philadelphia.
Learn more about Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival here: https://www.phlaff.org/
Visiting Us
Accessibility
The Village of Industry & Art is a historic building with inherited facilities. For ADA access, please enter at the Pine Street Entrance (1431 Pine Street), where a staff member will guide you to the screening room.
If you require accessible entrance, please contact us at [email protected]
Film captions: Captions or subtitles are available for this film block.
Parking
The Village of Industry & Art is located in Center City. There is no on-site parking available. It is suggested that visitors use SEPTA or rideshare when possible. Uber and Lyfts’ VIA pin will drop you off at 320 S. Broad Street (VIA's main entrance).
More accessibility information can be found .
Photography & Videography
Photographs and/or film footage might be taken at People’s Cinema Club. Images from this event may be used for marketing/promotional purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed, please speak to a staff member at the check-in desk.
Event venue & nearby stays
Village of Industry & Art, 320 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, United States
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