Suppose you're in the mood for some cinematic adventure. In that case, the Oak Cliff Cultural Center is co-partnering with the Oak Cliff Film Festival, Manuela Irene, and Cine Provincia to screen a film that promises to take audiences deep into the heart of Mayan folklore. "MONSTRUO DE XIBALBA," set to play on June 29 at the Kessler Theater, can now be added to your social calendar, with some complimentary tickets still available for quick respondents who reach out to [email protected]. Be prepared for a journey through a mythical world intertwined with the life of a young protagonist named Rogelio.
Directed by Manuel Irene, "MONSTRUO DE XIBALBA" tells the gripping story of an 8-year-old boy enraptured by the "Book of Spirits," which drags him into a world of ghosts, and a real-life enigma known as the "Xibalba Monster." According to the City of Dallas, viewers can expect a tale as sultry as the Yucatan jungle setting, blending life, death, and youthful curiosity into a single narrative fabric.
Not to be missed is the short film "SANA," which precedes the feature presentation—a poignant exploration of self-reconstruction against a backdrop of parental neglect. Like a cinematic amuse-bouche, "SANA" prepares the audience for the feature film's themes, setting an intimate stage for the evening of dramatic storytelling.
For those with a taste for not just the artistic but the culinary arts, Chef Maricsa Trejo is giving a molcajete class on July 23, where participants can grind and pulverize their way to Salsa Encebollada mastery. Described as "James Beard Nominated founder and co-owner of La Casita Bakeshop," Chef Trejo pairs with artist and educator Jin-Ya Huang for this hands-on event hosted by the Oak Cliff Cultural Center, opening its doors to epicureans and novices alike.
Looking ahead, the OC3 Gallery is gearing up to welcome Chantal Lesley's exhibition, "As I Lay It All To Rest," from August 1 to September 12. Lesley, who draws inspiration from her multicultural roots and the complex themes of identity and social issues, is set to entrance gallery visitors with an immersive presentation of her latest work.
