THE LEGEND OF MEXMAN – Documentary Screening + Filmmaker Q&A

THE LEGEND OF MEXMAN (2023, 89 min., dir. Josh Polon).

A truly compelling and often heartbreaking portrait of the cost of achieving your artistic vision, mentally and emotionally, THE LEGEND OF MEXMAN focuses on a former USC Film School student, Germán Alonso, who attracts attention for his ambitious sci-fi / fantasy shorts, often incorporating meticulous stop-motion animation. Veteran film producer Moctesuma Esparza offers Alonso the opportunity to direct his first feature film, the fantastical sci-fi epic MexMan – and what follows is a saga of unrequited love, the highs and very lows of making movies, and an artist who may have too much creativity for his own good. Discussion following with Germán Alonso (participant), Jonathan Sims (participant), Connie Morlett Madison (advisor) and Josh Polon (director/producer).

"Guillermo del Toro with a strong shot of Bruce Lee mixed in." — Ross McElwee, SHERMAN'S MARCH

"A fascinating portrait of the Artist become Hero." — Jay Duplass, WILD WILD COUNTRY

"Documentary filmmaking at its best, full of smart and beautiful visual poetry." — Mohamed El Manasterly, THE SQUARE

"The Legend of MexMan has all the deep-cut betrayals of THE SOCIAL NETWORK with the high-stakes behind-the-scenes of HEARTS OF DARKNESS, but on a scale so small it reminds you just how massive human emotions are." — Paste Magazine

Ticket Price: $15 (in-person event only)

Please email [email protected] or phone 323-663-2167 with any questions.

ACCESSIBILITY

PRS wants all guests to be able to enjoy our events safely and comfortably. If you require any accessibility accommodation, please reach out to [email protected] before showtime and we will be happy to assist you.

REFUND POLICIES

All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges for PRS events, except in the event of a medical emergency, including but not limited to a positive COVID-19 test.

In the event that PRS is forced to cancel an event entirely, tickets will be refunded or vouchers offered for a rescheduled event.

PARKING

Parking is available in both front lot (entry from Los Feliz Blvd. when heading east) and back lot (entry from first alley way, off Griffith Park Blvd. from intersection with Los Feliz Blvd.), as well as ample street parking on Griffith Park Blvd.

PRS EVENT POLICIES

• We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.
• Events are subject to change without notice, including guest speakers and/or performers.
• We encourage you to arrive at least 30 min. before the scheduled event start time to find parking, enjoy the Bookstore and take your seats.
• Please turn off all mobile devices before the show. Talking and texting are not allowed during the events.
• No filming, audio recording or mobile phone recording of events, screenings, concerts or other programs by audience members is allowed without permission.
• There is no smoking permitted on PRS grounds.
• We strongly encourage guests to wear masks to PRS events to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
• PRS allows Service Animals into the facility under ADA and state guidelines. For further details please visit www.ADA.gov. No animals permitted whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support, under ADA guidelines and CA Health Code.
• Please do not bring outside food or drink into PRS events.
• Weapons are strictly prohibited at PRS events.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Philosophical Research Society, 3910 Los Feliz Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States