“Spare Parts” Screening Honors Hispanic Heritage Month

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Chandler International Film Festival in partnership with The City of Chandler hosts a specialty screening of the critically acclaimed 2015 film, “Spare Parts.” The screening will take place on Sept. 22 at the LOOK Dine-in Cinema.

The event will include a red carpet, Q&A session with the film’s director and writer, celebrity appearances, and an after party. “Spare Parts,” directed by Sean McNamara and written by Elissa Matsueda, tells the inspiring story of four Arizona high school students on their journey to win a prestigious robotics competition. The film, based on a true story of the 2004 Carl Hayden High School robotics team, showcases the power of determination in the face of adversity. The cast includes award-winning actors Jamie Lee Curtis, George Lopez, Carlos Penavega, and more.

Tickets to the event are $12 and include access to all the festivities. The red carpet will begin at 1 p.m. Celebrity guests and notable public figures will be in attendance, including the Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke; the film’s director, Sean McNamara; the film’s writer, Elissa Matsued; 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. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.eventbrite.com.

This 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. 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 www.chandleraz.gov.