Fist Up Film Festival: Let the City Speak + Q&A w/ Dir Akira Boch

A good film can change your life. Let the City Speak follows Quetzal's rise from East LA's music scene to grassroots activism in Chiapas. The 17th Annual Fist Up Film Festival returns to La Peña Cultural Center in Berkeley this October 1st–4th! Doors at 6:30 PM, screenings at 7:00 PM. This volunteer-led, 100% POC-run festival presents films that connect global and local struggles, amplify marginalized voices, and create space for dialogue, solidarity, and community action. Admission is free, powered by your donations, ensuring everyone has access to the power of film. Please note: RSVP does not guarantee you a seat. Seating is first come, first served, so we encourage you to arrive early. Grab food and drinks from Los Cilantros next door, and enjoy your meal in the theater before the film starts. Films Let the City Speak Directed by Akira Boch | IG: @letthecityspeak Let the City Speak follows the journey of Quetzal, a Chicano rock band that emerged from East Los Angeles’ vibrant music and art scene in the mid 90’s. Band leaders Quetzal Flores and Martha Gonzalez found a philosophy in the mountains of Chiapas, Mexico that they decided to live by, resulting in a lengthy career of powerful music making and deep grassroots activism. About Fist Up Film Festival Welcome to The 17th Annual Fist Up Film Festival! We believe watching a good film can change your life…We believe some films are made to be discussed… Join us October 1st - 4th in Berkeley, California. We believe that Social Justice films don't have to make the audience feel horrible about the state of the world. We focus on uplifting stories that show our power! Organized by FistUp.TV in collaboration with La Peña Cultural Center Check out the program and RSVP for each night: Lapena.info/fistup — Accessibility • La Peña is a wheelchair-accessible venue with step-less entry, wide doorways, and accessible restrooms. • Masks are strongly encouraged. If you’re experiencing COVID-19, cold, or flu-like symptoms, please consider staying home to protect our community. HEPA air purifiers operate throughout our space. • All-gender restrooms available We strive to make La Peña a welcoming, accessible space for everyone. If you have any specific needs or questions about accessibility, please contact us at least one week in advance. Email us at [email protected] Support La Peña — and save money! Become a La Peña Member: Enjoy free entry to our monthly political education film series, plus La Cumbia and ¡BAILA! dance parties, rental discounts and more. Join here: Lapena.org/members Make a one-time gift: Support our programs and keep La Peña thriving by donating here: Lapena.org/donate (donations are tax-deductible)