El Paso Film & Creative Industries Commission

A 20-year-old with a YouTube channel just outdid every A24 movie ever made. A $1M indie beat a $165M Disney blockbuster. For years, Hollywood feared Gen Z had abandoned cinema.

Turns out they were just waiting for someone their age to make something worth showing up for. The next Spielberg didn't go to film school, they went to YouTube.

Hollywood has been telling us what movies are supposed to look like for a century. This weekend, Gen Z said, "No thanks."

Stop waiting for permission. The audience is ready.

We had a great time at the free screening of HIVE with writer/director Felipe Vargas in the Philanthropy Theatre! 🎬✨

Following the screening, attendees had the opportunity to participate in a Q&A with Felipe and ask questions about filmmaking, storytelling, and the movie-making process. 🎤

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We loved sharing this experience with you and appreciate your support! 🙌

Today’s the day!!!

Join us for a FREE screening of the movie HIVE with writer/director Felipe Vargas at 3pm at The Philanthropy Theatre. Q&A with Felipe will follow the screening, so here’s your chance to ask a filmmaker questions about making movies.

Calling all filmmakers, creatives and fans of horror! Join us for a free screening of the movie HIVE followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Felipe Vargas. Here’s your chance to learn about the ins and outs of making horror movies.

Writer and Director Felipe Vargas is a DGA and Imagen award winner, selected as a Latino Content Creator to Watch by Variety. His horror and fantasy films often focus on the supernatural, magical, and macabre.

Felipe helmed the theatrical horror feature ROSARIO for Mucho Mas Media, starring Emeraude Toubia and David Dastmalchian.

The 2026 Femme Frontera Film Festival poster is here! ✨
Created by the incredibly talented El Paso artist Christin Apodaca .m.a, this year’s artwork is a true masterpiece. Her vision captures the spirit, power, and creativity that define Femme Frontera. 🎨

🎬 The is back on June 11–14, 2026. Join them for four unforgettable days of film, creativity, and community.

Expect powerful storytelling, vibrant energy, and some of the most exciting voices in film from our borderlands and beyond. 💫

El Fresco Music Series is back in El Paso 🎶 El Paso All Stars, a whole summer of themed nights celebrating some of the city’s favorite talent. 🙌

Pull up, bring your people, and enjoy the music at this free event:
✨ May 8 - Disco Fever
✨ June 19 - Latina Legends
✨ July 17 - Noche de Cumbias
✨ August 21 - Country Spotlight

📍 Convention Center Plaza (1 Civic Center Plaza)
⏰ Doors open at 6 PM

Food trucks, local vendors, bar stations & more!

Don’t miss it.

From the borderland to the global stage, is heading to the Cannes Film Festival for the world premiere of I’LL BE GONE IN JUNE.

Primarily shot in Las Cruces and El Paso, with additional scenes in Berlin, Germany, the project brought together an international cast and crew.

“This project was both a challenge and a rewarding experience. I’m proud to say this journey brought more than just professional growth. It also brought lifelong friendships” said Julian Cavett.

Raised in El Paso and a graduate of UTEP’s Department of Theatre and Dance, Julian continues to represent the region through his work, including as co-owner and producer at Lemur Creative Studio in El Paso.

I’LL BE GONE IN JUNE, directed by and brought to life by / Wolfskind Films | .ch, is one to watch.

Texas talent. Global impact. 🌎🎥
Keep your eyes on this film!

Destination El Paso, in partnership with the City of El Paso and Fort Bliss MWR, invites the community to celebrate America 250—eight days of celebration honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States. ❤️💙

The festivities kick off Saturday, June 27, with Pop Goes the Fort at Biggs Park, headlined by Chris Young , and continue across El Paso through a full week of events, performances, and community experiences.

The celebration culminates in Downtown El Paso at San Jacinto Plaza on July 4 from 5–10 p.m., featuring a headlining performance by the Randy Rogers Band 🎸 and a dynamic light projection show 🎇 to close out the night.

Join us as we come together to celebrate our nation’s history, our community, and the spirit that defines El Paso. 🇺🇸

🔗 Learn more: https://visitelpaso.com/america250

It was great having the creative community come together. This past Town Hall was all about next steps for the Film Commissioner position and where we go from here, with real conversations shaping what’s next. 🎬✨

Thank you for showing up for us and for continuing to show up for each other.
We hear you, and that input is already creating positive change for CreativElPaso's Film & Creative Industries Commission.

Adelante! 🚀