Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Vidiots, Los Angeles
**Screenwriter**: Emilio Fernández from the novella by John Steinbeck **Producer**: Óscar Dancigers Co-presented by Community Partners **El Cine **with a special introduction by **Gilbert Trejo.** Join us for a rare treat of Emilio Fernández’s stunning John Steinbeck adaptation *La Perla*; a 1947 Mexican–American cinematic treasure that demands to be seen in community on the big screen. Made in both Spanish and English versions, this timeless treasure has been living between languages for nearly 80 years, in a way that feels especially resonant. The film follows Kino, a pearl diver whose life shifts after discovering a rare pearl, bringing both hope and consequences. With stunning cinematography by Gabriel Figueroa and a powerful performance by Pedro Armendáriz, *La Perla* remains a defining work of Mexican cinema and is preserved by the United States National Film Registry. **Accessibility Options**: Open Captions, Amplified Audio, please see the box office for devices.