screenings
LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS IS CURRENTLY SHOWING AT FESTIVALS AROUND THE COUNTRY.
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Get ready for the New York debut of LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS!
Saturday, November 14th at 9:30 PM at Village East
Monday, November 16th at 5:20 PM at Village East
Online screening dates are Sunday, November 15th - Sunday, November 29th
Both screenings will be followed by a Q&A with co-directors Doug Blush and Piero Giunti.
morelia international film festival
LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS made its Mexican debut at Morelia International Film Festival 2026, marking another exciting milestone in the film’s journey. Co-director Piero Giunti was on hand to represent the film and share it with festival audiences, bringing the documentary to one of Mexico’s most celebrated cinematic events.
The screening provided an opportunity to broaden its reach, and build connections with film lovers beyond the United States. We are thrilled to see LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS continuing to find new audiences and expand its presence on the international festival circuit.
Coast film and music festival
On Sunday, October 18, we brought LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS to Laguna Beach, California, for a special screening that made for an unforgettable evening. Co-directors Doug Blush and Piero Giunti welcomed the audience and introduced the film, setting the stage for an engaging screening.
Following the film, the evening continued with a special post-screening Q&A featuring the legendary members of Los Lobos. The conversation offered audiences a deeper look into the stories behind the film and the band's experiences and perspectives that helped shape the documentary.
heartland film festival
Co-director Doug Blush was on hand for a post-screening Q&A at this year’s Heartland International Film Festival in Indianapolis, giving audiences a chance to engage directly with one of the creative minds behind the film. The event was another meaningful stop on the film’s festival journey, which has been connecting the filmmakers with audiences and creating space for conversation long after the credits rolled.
Calgary international film festival
The film made its Canadian premiere at this year’s Calgary International Film Festival, drawing a sold-out crowd for a special screening that marked an exciting milestone in the film’s festival journey. Co-directors Piero Giunti and Doug Blush were both on hand to introduce the film and participate in a lively post-screening Q&A, giving audience members an opportunity to hear firsthand about the creative process behind the project. The enthusiastic turnout and opportunity for direct conversation made the Calgary premiere a memorable occasion for the filmmakers and a wonderful welcome for the film’s Canadian debut.
Port townsend film festival
The band and the production team behind the film came together for this year’s film festival, celebrating the intersection of music, filmmaking, and community. The weekend featured multiple screenings of the film, along with a full band performance. Adding to the excitement, Piero and Doug took the stage at the opening-night gala to share their experiences navigating the film festival circuit. They offered a behind-the-scenes perspective on the journey of bringing the film to audiences around the country. And in a thrilling highlight, the film took home the festival’s coveted Audience Award! The recognition was a wonderful testament to the enthusiasm and support of festival audiences, making an already special weekend in Port Townsend all the more unforgettable.
oak cliff film festival
On Saturday, August 1st, we were in Dallas for a packed house screening of the film.
Director Piero Giunti attended for a wonderful Q & A.
We appreciate the support!
woods hole film festival
We're thrilled to announce that LOS LOBOS: NATIVE SONS has won the 2026 BEST OF THE FEST award, along with the Audience Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Co-directors Doug Blush and Piero F. Giunti were at the Festival leading a master class earlier in the week on Directing a Music Documentary. The excitement continued into the film's East Coast premiere, where the audience was treated to a Q&A with the band and filmmakers following the screening.
dc/dox ‘26
On Saturday, June 15, LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS made its East Coast premiere at the DC/DOX Film Festival. The screening was met with an enthusiastic response, followed by a post-screening conversation moderated by PBS Public Editor Ricardo Sandoval-Palos, who guided an engaging discussion with the filmmakers. Audience members participated with insightful questions, making for a dynamic discussion that highlighted the film's cultural significance and the band's lasting impact on music and American storytelling. The screening marked another milestone for the film as it continues its festival journey reaching new audiences across the country.
Los Angeles premiere
On April 24 the film’s Los Angeles premiere at the historic Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood served as the closing night event of the This is Not A Fiction Film Festival, presented by American Cinematheque. Following the film, former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra delivered moving remarks before introducing a Q&A with co-directors Doug Blush and Piero Giunti alongside all five members of Los Lobos. The evening concluded with an impromptu live performance by the band that had patrons dancing in the aisles.
Denver, co
Su Teatro presented the film on Sunday, April 12 as part of the 28th annual Xicano Independent Filmmakers Festival. Following the screening, co-directors Doug Blush and Piero Giunti took part in a lively Q&A with the festival audience, discussing the creative process behind the documentary and its cultural significance. The film received the Premio Ihtoa Award for Outstanding Documentary, recognizing its powerful storytelling and celebration of Chicano music and culture.
Boulder, co
On Saturday, April 11, the film screened at the Boulder International Film Festival, where it was honored with the festival’s Best Music Film Award. Co-directors Doug Blush and Piero Giunti accepted the award on behalf of the film and took part in an engaging post-screening Q&A, sharing insights into the filmmaking process and the enduring cultural impact of the story at the heart of the documentary.
SXSW Premiere
The world premiere of LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS was on Sunday, March 15, at the historic Paramount Theater as part of the SXSW Film Festival. The film’s production team and members of Los Lobos were joined at the screening by an array of celebrated musicians, including John Doe and members of Los Lonely Boys. U.S. Representative Joaquin Castro introduced the post-screening Q&A, moderated by filmmaker Robert Rodriguez, who later joined the band for a raucous live performance of some of their most iconic songs.