Mexican cinema celebrates its global impact at the 2024 edition of the Los Cabos International Film Festival, where Melissa Barrera and Manuel García Rulfo will receive the prestigious Sin Fronteras Award. This award highlights figures from the national film industry who have brought Mexican talent to the international stage, contributing to global cultural dialogue from the big screen.

Melissa Barrera, recognized for her participation in productions such as In the Heights and the Scream saga, has established herself as an ambassador of Latin culture in Hollywood. Her acting ability and charisma have shown that Mexican cinema can resonate in the highest spheres of global entertainment.

For his part, Manuel García Rulfo has shined in both film and television, with outstanding performances in The Magnificent Seven and the Netflix series The Lincoln Lawyer. His recent role in Pedro Páramo reaffirms his commitment to national cinema while continuing to make his mark in Hollywood.

The award will be presented by two giants of Mexican film production, Nicolás Celis and Julio Chávezmontes, who have been instrumental in promoting Mexican cinema internationally. Their participation in this tribute reinforces the crucial role of Mexican creators in building a global and inclusive film industry.

The ceremony, scheduled for December 7, promises to be an emotional moment in which not only the talent of Barrera and García Rulfo will be celebrated, but also the impact of Mexican cinema as a bridge between cultures. The Los Cabos International Film Festival continues to reaffirm its mission of promoting Latin American cinema as a key piece in the global dialogue of the seventh art.

For more information on the programming of this edition and the presentation of the Sin Fronteras Award, visit ficloscabos.org