‘Ashes’ and ‘Mexican American’ to Open and Close Los Angeles’ GuadaLAjara Film Festival

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What happened

The GuadaLAjara Film Festival announced its full lineup for the annual event running from Nov.

5-7 at venues across Los Angeles.

The festival will open with Watermelon Pictures’ “Ashes” directed by Diego Luna at the United Theater.

Key facts

  • 5-7 at venues across Los Angeles.
  • Reported by Variety and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:02:34 UTC.

Why it matters

Release schedules, box office and industry deals show where audience attention and studio money are moving next.

What to watch next

  • Confirmed release or premiere dates
  • Opening figures and audience reception
  • Follow-on deals or casting announcements

Coverage timeline

When each newsroom published on this story, oldest first — all times UTC.

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Sources

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