The Californer - The 17th annual Hola México Film Festival, presented by Toyota, will feature the opening night screening of the film "Autos, Mota y Rocanrol."

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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- The largest Mexican film festival outside of Mexico, Hola México Film Festival presented by Toyota returns for its 17th annual edition on September 12 – 20, 2025, during Hispanic Heritage Month.

The 17th Annual Hola Mexico Film Festival presented by Toyota is excited to announce the opening night screening of the film "Autos, Mota y Rocanrol". The screening will take place on September 12, 2025, at The Montalban Theater in Hollywood.

"Autos, Mota y Rocanrol" revisits a pivotal moment in Mexican cultural history: the legendary Avándaro festival of 1971, often dubbed "Mexico's Woodstock." With humor and an unflinching gaze, the film chronicles how a modest car race and rock concert spiraled into the largest rock gathering the country had ever seen. An event that would shape musical and social narratives for decades. Through the lens of Justino Compeán (portrayed by Emiliano Zurita), director José Manuel Cravioto crafts a satirical yet heartfelt portrait of rebellion, freedom, and the ideals that defined a generation.

1h 35min | Comedy, Mockumentary, History, Musical | 2025 | Mexico
Director: José Manuel Cravioto
Writers: Christian Cueva, Ricardo Farias, J.M Cravioto
Cast: Alejandro Speitzer, Emiliano Zurita, Juan Pablo de Santiago, Enrique Arrizo
Language: Spanish with English Subtitles

Trailer: https://vimeo.com/1106002197

The festival invites viewers to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by showcasing some of the newest and most acclaimed Mexican films. It attracts over 10,000 film enthusiasts and features more than 20 films, many of which will have their U.S. or West Coast premieres. The festival includes red carpet galas attended by renowned actors and directors, as well as 20 short films from its filmmaker-focused program, "Tomorrow's Filmmakers Today."

This year, we are thrilled to announce that Regal Cinema's LA Live has received enhancements, including luxury recliners and additional amenities to ensure the best experience for moviegoers.

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Samuel Douek, the founder and director of HMFF, expressed his excitement for the film festival's celebration. "After 17 years of Hola Mexico, we feel like we're just getting started! It's a joy to work with talented filmmakers to showcase their stories on the big screen. In the current political climate, highlighting the achievements of Mexicans and Latinos is crucial. Immigrants like Iñárritu, Cuarón, and Del Toro show what success looks like! In 2025, we will present an exciting lineup of films that resonate deeply with audiences. We're thankful to Toyota for their support, which helps amplify our voices. I look forward to seeing everyone at the theaters!"

The festival comprises the following sections: México Ahora, Documental, El Otro México, and Nocturno. México Ahora features the best of Mexican films released in recent years, covering every genre. Documental includes notable non-fiction films made by Mexican filmmakers. El Otro Mexico highlights the experiences of Mexicans rarely portrayed on screen, skillfully presenting perceptive narratives that challenge the status quo. The Nocturno section offers offbeat stories and horror films.

2025 Sponsors of the 17th Annual Hola Mexico Film Festival Presented by Toyota: DCA (Department of Cultural Affairs, Los Angeles), KCRW, LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, McDonald's, Maison Perrier, UNAM, SoCal Sounds, City of Pico Rivera and presenting sponsor Toyota.

About Hola México Film Festival:
Founded in 2008, Hola Mexico Film Festival, the largest Mexican Film Festival outside of Mexico, strives to highlight the best and brightest talents in Mexican cinematography. Spanning comedies, dramas, horror films, and documentaries, the festival showcases high-quality films in a festive atmosphere in conjunction with exclusive parties and outdoor concerts.

Samuel Douek, Founder & Director of the HMFF earned his bachelor's degree in marketing from Mexico City's Anahuac University and his master's degree in Event Management in Sydney, Australia, where he founded Hola Mexico Film Festival. The festival has since grown into the largest of its kind outside of Mexico and is now a celebrated, yearly tradition held in the capital of the worldwide film industry, Los Angeles, CA.

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About Toyota:
Toyota , creator of the Prius hybrid and the Mirai fuel cell vehicle, is committed to building vehicles for the way people live through our Toyota and Lexus brands, and directly employs more than 63,000 people in North America (more than 49,000 in the U.S.).

Over the past 65 years, Toyota has assembled nearly 47 million cars and trucks in North America at the company's 12 manufacturing plants. By 2025, the company's 13th plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles.

Through our more than 1,800 North American dealerships (nearly 1,500 in the U.S.), Toyota sold more than 2.6 million cars and trucks (more than 2.2 million in the U.S.) in 2023, of which more than one quarter were electrified vehicles (full battery, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fuel cell).

Tickets:
Purchase your early bird tickets by August 15, 2025, to secure your spot.
https://www.holamexicoff.com/autosmotayrocanrol/

Editors, please note:
Hola Mexico Film Festival presented by Toyota: September 12-20, 2025
The screenings will be held at:
Opening Night at The Montalban Theater 1615 Vine St, Hollywood, CA 90028
Regal Cinemas LA LIVE 1000 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Closing Night Screening + Concert at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes located at 501 N Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Parking:
@The Montalbán public parking next door at 1627 Vine St. Hollywood, CA 90028
@ Regal Cinemas LA LIVE visit: www.lalive.com/visitor-center/parking
@LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes visit: www.lapca.org/la-plaza-parking/

http://www.holamexicoff.com/
Watch the 2025 promotional video:
https://youtu.be/mH9IjwF-hn0?si=sPLVF8E3lHN5lh0H