In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Chandler International Film Festival has announced a partnership with the city of Chandler for a special screening of a film inspired by a valiant effort by some Valley students.

A screening of the 2015 film “Spare Parts”will take place at 1 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 22, at the LOOK Dine-in Cinema, 1 W. Chandler Blvd., Downtown Chandler.

Tickets are $12 and can be purchased by visiting this link. The event is part of Chandler Contigo -- a month-long series of family-friendly cultural and educational events celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, proudly presented by The City of Chandler's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Division. 

The event will include a red carpet entrance, Q&A session with the film’s director and a writer, celebrity appearances, and an after-party.

“Spare Parts,” directed by Sean McNamara and written by Elissa Matsueda, tells the story of four Carl Hayden Community High School students on their journey to win a prestigious robotics competition.

 The cast includes award-winning actors Jamie Lee Curtis, George Lopez, Carlos Penavega and others.

The red carpet welcome will begin at 1 p.m. Celebrity guests and local public figures will be in attendance, including the Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke; the film’s director, Sean McNamara; the film’s writer, Elissa Matsueda; the CEO of Si Se Puede, Fredi Lajvardi, and the real-life inspiration for one of the film’s characters, Lorenzo Santillan.

Following the screening and Q&A session, attendees can make their way to the after party in the LOOK Bar and Lobby. 

Translated from Spanish as "Chandler With You," this initiative offers a diverse range of experiences across Chandler, providing numerous opportunities to honor and celebrate Hispanic Heritage.

To learn more about Chandler Contigo, visit chandleraz.gov. For more information about CIFF, please visit chandlerfilmfestival.com or check the Facebook page @ChandlerFilmFest.

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