About us

Cinemaissí Latin American Film Festival aims to promote appealing, thought-provoking, and novel Latin American cinema in Finland. 

Through film screenings, conversations, and other encounters, the festival has created a platform for the understanding, enjoyment, and debate of Latin American culture, politics, and society.

Founded in 2005 by the non-profit association with the same name, the festival welcomes with open arms everyone interested in the Latin American region.

Cinemaissí understands that Latin American realities are multiple and varied. It is our privilege and responsibility to offer our audience a carefully curated program that reflects Latin America’s diversity. 

Where is Cinemaissí this year?

Caisa Cultural Center is located at the heart of Kallio, in Kaikukatu 4. Caisa functions as a hub for urban culture, hosting performances, events, and exhibitions, also providing teaching in the arts. Caisa is entirely accessible: no obstacles or height differences exist in the corridor. 

Caisa is located in Kallio, near the Haapaniemi field and Hämeentie, in the inner yard of the so-called Elanto block. The closest metro station is Hakaniemi.

Additionally, the Finnish premiere of About the Beginning (Amulio Jose Espinosa, Mexico, Finland, 2023) will be screened at Kino K13 on Saturday 29th at 4 pm.

Kino K13 celebrates cinema culture by offering various screenings. It is located in an old brick storehouse in Helsinki’s Katajanokka (Katajanokanlaituri, 11A). Accessibility is taken into consideration, with the wheelchair lift at the Eastern end of the building. Read more about their accessibility here. The closest tram stops are 4, 4H, and 5.