El Encuentro Latino Film Festival is an annual event that celebrates Latino storytelling through film and music, highlighting both emerging and established Latino filmmakers and artists. Held in Lowell, Massachusetts, the festival is presented by UNITAS and Beantown Statie Production Company. More than a film showcase, it features independent films, engaging Q&A sessions with directors and cast, and live performances that promote artistic expression and cultural exchange. The festival has strong roots in Latino independent cinema and has previously featured a significant number of original short films.