“The Narrative Spotlight section will host the world premiere of the Mexican film Campeón Gabacho, the latest feature by Jonás Cuarón (Desierto). With an impressive ensemble cast including Juan Daniel García Treviño, Leslie Grace, Rubén Blades, Eddie Marsan, Rosario Dawson, Cheech Marin, Marvin Jones III, Carlos Carrasco, and Dolores Heredia, the film tells the story of Liborio, an endearing and mischievous young migrant whose only talent is taking punches. He crosses the Rio Grande to escape a harsh reality in Mexico in search of a better life in the United States, settling in a Latino barrio in New York City [designed by Fernanda Guerrero]. Through his fists, his love, and his words, he confronts cultural walls and prejudice that threaten his hopes, ultimately becoming a hero in an unfamiliar land.”

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