This is the intimate untold story of the legendary painter Carlos Almaraz. It chronicles the life of this extraordinary artist and his impact on the Chicano Art Movement, giving life to his challenges, demons, struggles, travels, and explorations through sexuality and art movements around the globe. Enjoy pre-screening live Chicano soul and oldies music by Thee Sacred Souls and a dynamic panel with co-directors Elsa Flores Almaraz and Richard Montoya and artists Barbara Carrasco, Frank Romero, and John Valadez. Presented in conjunction with LA Plaza’s exhibition Carlos Almaraz: Evolution of Form. Sponsored by AARP California.

Docs @ LA Plaza: Carlos Almaraz: Playing with Fire (2019) | Outdoor Screening | Free
July 17, 2021 |
6:00 pm