From packed screenings to courtyard concerts, from unforgettable dance floors to workshops that sparked new ideas, VLAFF brought Latin American, Latin Canadian, and Indigenous stories to life across Vancouver!

VLAFF 2025 in review:

• 5,127 attendees across screenings, concerts, parties, workshops, and community gatherings
  
• 709 film submissions from 37 countries, with an Official Line Up featuring 150+ artists and 10 special guests
  
• Over 70 films presented from 15 countries in 9 languages, all with English subtitles
  
• 10 free concerts and courtyard events, plus 2 parties with live music and dance
  
• 68 local artists, musicians, drag performers, voguers, and DJs collaborated with us
  
• 129 volunteers powering the festival behind the scenes
  
• Supported by 17 sponsors, 20 community partners, 6 consulate partners, and 2 media partners
  
• For the second year, we hosted the hottest party of the summer with Vancouver Queer Film Festival: Fuego Fogo!

Our most-watched film of 2025

THE BEST MOTHER IN THE WORLD, a stunning Brazilian story by Anna Muylaert that touched hearts and marked an unforgettable start to the 23rd VLAFF.

We raised $20,444 CAD!

Your participation and financial support is critical to VLAFF’s success. GRACIAS, OBRIGADX, THANKS

Every contribution, at any level, matters.

All donations over $20 are eligible for a tax receipt (meaning you get money taken off your taxes!)

If you’re in a position to give, we invite you to support VLAFF today. You can donate online through CanadaHelps, or send a cheque to:

Vancouver Latin American Film Festival

420 – 111 W Hastings St

Vancouver, BC V6B 1H4

And if another method works better for you (cash, or otherwise) please reach out to info@vlaff.org. We’re happy to connect!

Thanks for an amazing 2025!

Photos by Bruno Martin del Campo