Charlotte Latino Film Festival Celebrates Growth, Community, and Resilience

By: Serena Billett

Outlets: Queens University News Service

Published: May 19, 2026

Words: 937

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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A Puerto Rican film played on two screens simultaneously. The house was sold out. For Giovanna Torres, that night cristalized everything she had been working towards.

The Charlotte Latino Film Festival, now in its third year, wrapped its most ambitious edition yet with 13 feature films, two short films, and a closing night centered on the story of a beloved local bakery. The festival ran April 16-27 at the Independent Picture House.

Torres, …

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