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Plaza Classic Film Festival Welcomes Gregory Nava and Ann-Margret to El Paso

KVIA•Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:39 PM•Gabrielle Lopez

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The 19th annual El Paso Community Foundation Plaza Classic Film Festival will feature filmmaker Gregory Nava and actress Ann-Margret, who will both make special appearances. Nava will present screenings of his acclaimed films 'Selena' on July 24 at 7 p.m. and 'El Norte' on July 25 at 3 p.m., with tickets priced at $10. He will also receive the Plaza Classic Award for Career Achievement during the festival. Ann-Margret, celebrated for her roles in 'Bye Bye Birdie' and 'Tommy', will have interviews and screenings of her films on July 17 and July 18, with tickets for 'Bye Bye Birdie' at $20 and 'Tommy' at $10. The festival runs from July 16 to July 26, showcasing over 100 films and offering free outdoor concerts and local filmmaker showcases.

Key Details: • Festival runs from July 16 to July 26. • Gregory Nava's 'Selena' screening on July 24 at 7 p.m., free lecture at 6 p.m. • 'El Norte' screening on July 25 at 3 p.m. • Ann-Margret's interview on July 17 at 7 p.m., free lecture at 6 p.m. • 'Bye Bye Birdie' tickets $20, 'Tommy' tickets $10.

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