Films for Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of hispanic individuals. This year, we would like to highlight several films by hispanic directors, available for checkout with your library card. Bacurau , by Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho, is a thriller set in a small, remote village in the near future. After the death of the village matriarch, strange events unfold, including the sudden disappearance of the town from maps and a series of mysterious attacks. The community soon discovers that they are being hunted by outsiders, leading them to band together in unexpected and fierce resistance. The film blends elements of Westerns, political allegory, and social commentary on colonialism and exploitation. Amores Perros , by Mexican director Alejandro G. Iñárritu, is a gritty, multi-layered drama that weaves together three interconnected stories through a single, life-altering car accident in