May 27th - May 29th, 2011

The Mexico International Film Festival has become an important destination event within the film industry and a centerpiece for the thriving arts and culture community in Mexico. Founded on the premise that the language of film is universal and a dynamic force in bridging cultural understanding, the Festival continues to showcase the best of world film to Mexico through its rich film programming, events and activities.

Held annually each Spring, the Mexico International Film Festival is an extraordinary showcase of cinematic discovery and innovation in the one of the country's most beautiful cities, featuring some 50 films and live events with filmmakers and artists in attendance and nearly two dozen awards presented for cinematic excellence. The Festival attracts a dedicated audience of film lovers and enthusiasts of all ages.



The festival is held in the serene and beautiful town of Rosarito, situated on the Baja coast, where the sun shines all year with cooling sea breezes, glorious clear skies, and the crystal azure Pacific as a backdrop.  The Mexico International Film Festival features premiere screenings, award ceremonies, seminars, a screenplay competition and, of course, gorgeous beaches, delicious food, incredible nightlife, and all that make Baja, Mexico one of the most unique and exotic vacation destinations in the world.

In addition to screening compelling and diverse contemporary independent cinema, the 2011 Mexico International Film Festival will attract international filmmakers, producers, and artists from around the world.




The festival features nightly live events and parties including our unique beach party and closing night awards ceremony.



Awards are given in several categories including Feature, Documentary, Short, Foreign, Animation, Music Video, Student, Direction, Acting, Screenwriting, Television Pilot, and Best of Mexico. The Grand Jury Prize will be presented to the best film in competition as selected by a jury of industry professionals.



Filmmaker panels provide audience members and film-lovers the opportunity to learn from and directly engage some of the brightest independent filmmakers, writers and actors from around the world.

Interactive question and answer sessions, round-table discussions, and seminars explore the craft and creative process of cinema, as well as the business of making, financing, and distributing a film.