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Experience five days of incredible films, red carpets, and special events at the 28th annual Cine Las Americas International Film Festival (CLAIFF28), May 13-17, 2026, in Austin, TX, USA. Showcasing storytelling rooted in the vibrant cultures of Latine/x, Indigenous, Latin American, and Ibero-American communities, the festival features narratives, documentaries, shorts, music videos, and the beloved Hecho en Tejas showcase. Discover new voices, connect with filmmakers, and step into a community shaped by nearly three decades of cinema, culture, and creative exchange!

Alongside, we’re proud to host a special event dedicated solely to celebrating filmmakers under the age of 19, the 2nd annual Emergente Youth International Film Festival (May 23, 2026)!

CLAIFF28 Poster Competition

 

Poster Competition

Cine Las Americas is seeking an original poster design for CLAIFF28. Artists (ages 18+) from around the world are invited to submit work that reflects the spirit of community, cinema, Indigeneity, Latinidad(es), and cultural vibrancy!

Awards:
Winner receives $1,000 USD
Top 10 finalists receive a festival badge

Deadline: January 15, 2026
Submit to: giselle@cinelasamericas.org

Notification: Stay tuned mid-February for an announcement of the winning design!

Get Involved

For press inquiries, please contact sophie@juiceconsulting.com, madison@juiceconsulting.com.

For sponsorship opportunities, view here or email sponsorship@cinelasamericas.org.

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