A 2-Part Film Series: Los Años de Fierro & La Libertad de Fierro
January 27 & 28
Our first screenings of the year invite the community into a powerful conversation about incarceration and justice. Join us for a moving 2-part documentary project that follows the case of César Fierro, examining his 40 years on death row in Texas and his attempt to rebuild a life after his long-awaited release.
Stay following the screenings for a panel with Director Santiago Esteinou, César Fierro (who will join via Zoom), and guest legal professionals. Both screenings are free and open to the public.
PART 1: LOS AÑOS DE FIERRO (THE YEARS OF FIERRO)
Synopsis:
This documentary tells the story of César Fierro, the oldest Mexican man sentenced to death in the United States. César has spent more than thirty years waiting for an execution date, always insisting on his innocence. This documentary is a reflection on justice, confinement, and fraternal love, told through the perspectives of César and his brother Sergio. Despite time and distance, the two brothers hold onto the hope of being reunited one day.
DATE: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
TIME: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
LOCATION:
The University of Texas School of Law
727 E Dean Keeton St, Austin, TX 78705 (Directions & Parking)
Francis Auditorium (Rm 2.114)
ADMISSION: FREE (Parking rates)
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PART 2: LA LIBERTAD DE FIERRO (THE FREEDOM OF FIERRO)
Synopsis:
César Fierro has just become a free man and must rebuild his life after being unjustly sentenced to death in Texas. He spent most of his life held in solitary confinement, completely deprived of any physical contact with other human beings. Despite these challenges, César Fierro is determined to find true freedom.
DATE: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
TIME: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
LOCATION:
AFS Cinema
6259 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX 78752
(Free parking on site)
ADMISSION: FREE
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In collaboration with
PIANO
Texas Observer
Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty
The University of Texas School of Law
Rapoport Center for Human Rights and Justice
After Violence Project
Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies