The annual San Francisco Latino Film Festival (SFLFF) will celebrate the best in Latine cinema, running from October 23 through November 6. The opening film is ASCO: Without PERMISSION.

This year's selection of feature films is a powerful collection of narratives and documentaries from across the Americas and the diaspora, including the following short list:

• A House With Two Dogs (Argentina): In the midst of a collapsing economy, a young boy and his family are forced to move in with his grandmother, where a strange war over shared spaces leads him to an unexpected and personal act of resistance.

• American Agitators (USA): Directed by Bay Area documentarian Ray Telles. A father-son duo, Fred Ross and Fred Ross, Jr., travel the country, using their unique connection to empower people from all walks of life, one vote at a time. Fred Ross, Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta, Luis Valdéz, and others share lessons learned. Filmmaker in attendance.

• The Dog, My Father and Us (Ecuador): When a 45-year-old architect is fired for having an affair, he must regain control of his chaotic life, all while navigating a sick father, an aspiring YouTube star for a son, and a crumbling marriage. Filmmaker in attendance.

• The Leap of Angels (Venezuela): When his father leaves for the gold mines, a 12-year-old boy must embark on a treacherous journey to overcome his fears and find him, leaving his childhood behind forever.

• Violent Butterflies (Mexico): A punk singer and a graffiti artist find love and rebellion in a world of social unrest, but when they become victims of the very police brutality they are fighting against, revenge becomes their only form of justice.

Beyond the features, the SFLFF is proud to present a diverse and impactful selection of short films, showcasing fresh, immediate voices in Latin cinema. There are eight shorts programs in several genres. Visit the Festival Platform or CineMasSF.org for details.