Marlene Dermer, Edward J Olmos at 15th Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival

The Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF) co-founded by Oscar nominated & Golden Globe and Emmy winner actor, director, and activist Edward James Olmos, returns for its 16th year from Thursday, October 10 through Monday, October 14, 2013 at the Chinese 6 Cinemas at the Hollywood & Highland complex in Los Angeles, California.

Since its inception in 1997, the LALIFF has continued to support and promote the development and exhibition of the work by Latino filmmakers including producers, directors, writers and actors, as well as movies that depict Latino culture. The Academy of Motion Picture, Arts and Science validates the festival’s films excellence by recognizing LALIFF as a qualifying festival for the Academy’s Short Film Category for the Oscar® race.