MACRI Summer Film Series: Dive In Cinema

MACRI Summer Film Series Cool off on a warm summer night with Dive-In Cinema featuring a trio of indie shorts!  ABOUT THE FILMS  🌟 Dia de Las Carpas

João Dall'Stella, 2019, USA, 15 min

After an immigration raid in their apartment building, a group of boys help an undocumented girl get to the beach to reunite with her family, unaware that their new friend has a magical secret that will change their lives forever.

🌟 Daughter of the Sea

Alexis C. Garcia, 2022, USA, 19 min

After the death of her grandfather, a young woman experiences a spiritual awakening when she is called by Yemaya, the orisha Goddess of the Sea.

🌟 Distant Water

Carlos Avila, 1991, USA, 29 min

A boy grows up in 1943 Los Angeles during a time of race riots and segregated swimming pools.

Important information:

**The event has a limited capacity and all must register to attend.**

The pool opens at 8 pm, the films will start by 9 pm, and the pool closes at 10 pm.

Read more about Elmendorf Lake Pool

**City of San Antonio pool rules apply.

Will there be food/drink available or can we bring our own?

We will be providing water and paletas on a first come, first serve basis. Water and fruit are the only items permitted for guests to bring. Coolers are limited to 16 quarts or smaller. Absolutely no alcohol.

Where do I park?

The closest parking lot is off 19th St; you can enter via Saunders Ave. or Monterrey St. The second-closest lot is at Buena Vista near 20th St. There is another parking lot off Commerce St. and 24th St. You can also park in the neighborhood unless otherwise noted. The park is also accessible by VIA Metropolitan Transit.

How deep is the pool?

The deepest part of the pool is 4' 6." The shallow end has fountains and there is a splash pad to cool off and play in the water without having to get into the pool. There is also a playground next to the splash pad.

Are there bathrooms or places to change clothes?

Yes. Restrooms are available near the pool.

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🌟 The MACRI Summer Film Series is curated by MonteVideo! 🌟

🫶🏾 MACRI's programs are funded in part by the City of San Antonio Department of Arts & Culture, Bexar County, the Mellon Foundation, the San Antonio Area Foundation, Wells Fargo, and individual donors like you! Learn more about MACRI at somosmacri.org! 🫶🏾