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Ecuadorian Film • Loyola Park • July 16th, 2025 • 8:30pm
Join Us for a Special Night Under the Stars!
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, July 16th – we’re bringing cinema to the great outdoors! The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago, in partnership with the Chicago Parks District, invites you to experience “Malditos Viejos” (Damned Old People) at our Films in the Park event.
When: Wednesday, July 16th at 8:30 PM
Where: Loyola Park, Chicago
What: “Malditos Viejos” – one night only!
Grab your blankets, bring your friends, and settle in for an evening of great storytelling in one of Chicago’s beautiful parks. This is a perfect opportunity to enjoy film in a relaxed, community atmosphere while the summer evening unfolds around us.
The screening is free and open to everyone – just show up and enjoy! We’ll see you there for what promises to be a memorable night of Latino cinema under the Chicago sky.
ABOUT THE FILM
In English
Malditos Viejos • Elías, an 80-year-old recently widowed, harsh and grumpy old man, thinks life couldn’t get any worse. Isolated in a rural neighborhood with a large elderly population, the loss of his wife weighs heavy on him, as well as some financial difficulties brought on by her death, his tense relationship with his son and his own deteriorating health. Then there’s that grungy street cat who has decided to turn his nights—and the neighborhood’s—into an infernal symphony of meows. Full of acid humor, Xavier Chávez C.’s biting feature debut, is a deep, moving reflection about loneliness and human relationships.
En Español
Malditos Viejos • Elías, un anciano de 80 años, recientemente viudo, duro y gruñón, cree que la vida no podría ser peor. Aislado en un barrio rural con una gran población de ancianos, la pérdida de su esposa lo pesa, así como algunas dificultades financieras provocadas por su muerte, su tensa relación con su hijo y su propia salud deteriorada. Luego está ese gato callejero sucio que ha decidido convertir sus noches, y las del vecindario, en una sinfonía infernal de maullidos. Llena de humor ácido, la mordaz ópera prima de Xavier Chávez C., es una profunda y conmovedora reflexión sobre la soledad y las relaciones humanas.
About Films in the Park – 2025 Summer Season
Latino Cinema Under the Stars
The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago (ILCC) is proud to present Films in the Park, a celebration of Latino Film Arts that brings the magic of cinema to Chicago’s neighborhood parks. This beloved summer program transforms public spaces into outdoor theaters, showcasing the rich diversity of Latino storytelling under the open sky.
Experience the Magic
What better way to watch a film than under the stars in a Park! Films in the Park offers families and communities a unique opportunity to experience Latino cinema in beautiful outdoor settings across Chicago. The series runs throughout the summer, and features family-friendly films in Spanish with English subtitles projected on large screens in various citywide parks for free.
2025 Summer Season
This program runs during the Summer in select parks in a collaboration with the Chicago Parks District. Each screening begins at dusk with an approximate starting time of 8:30 pm, creating the perfect atmosphere for an evening of cultural entertainment and community connection.
Summer Schedule:
- 23 Hours / 23 Horas • July 9th at Riis Park (6100 W. Fullerton Ave., Chicago)
- Damn Old People / Viejos Malditos • July 16th at Loyola Park (1230 W. Greenleaf Ave.)
- Tetanus / Tétano • July 23rd at Harrison Park (1824 S. Wood Street, Chicago)
- Seeds / Semillas • July 30th at Killbourn Park (3501 N. Killbourn Ave, Chicago)
Click on link to get Park information for each event.
Cultural Mission
As an extension of the Chicago Latino Film Festival—celebrating over 40 years of Latino cinema—Films in the Park serves as a year-round platform for promoting Latino film arts. The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago is proud to present, Films in the Park, a celebration of Latino Film Arts in Chicago. The ILCC produces the Chicago Latino Film Festival each April.
The program showcases diverse Latino voices and stories, from romantic comedies to powerful dramas, representing the full spectrum of Latino cinema from across Latin America, Spain, and the United States. Each film is carefully selected to reflect the cultural richness and artistic excellence of Latino filmmaking.
Community Connection
Films in the Park is more than just a movie screening—it’s a community gathering that brings neighbors together to celebrate Latino culture and cinema. These free outdoor screenings create accessible cultural experiences that foster understanding, appreciation, and dialogue around Latino arts and storytelling.
Planning Your Visit
- When: Throughout the summer, evenings at dusk (approximately 8:30 PM)
- Where: Select Chicago parks in collaboration with the Chicago Parks District
- Cost: Completely FREE and open to the public
- What to Bring: Chairs, blankets, and snacks for a perfect evening under the stars
- Language: Films in Spanish with English subtitles
- Weather: All screenings are weather permitting
Join us for an unforgettable summer of Latino cinema in Chicago’s beautiful parks, where every screening celebrates the power of storytelling to bring communities together.
LOYOLA PARK • 1230 W Greenleaf Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
Bus Routes #147 (Outer Drive Express), #151 (Sheridan), #155, and #36 Public Transit | Campus Transportation: Loyola University Chicago +2 serve the Loyola area.
The closest CTA ‘L’ station would be Loyola station on the Red Line, located at 1200 West Loyola Avenue in Rogers Park Loyola station – Wikipedia, which is within walking distance from Loyola Park.
For the complete schedule and locations, visit LatinoculturalCenter.org. Films in the Park is presented by the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago in collabora