In the lingering aftermath of the U.S.-Mexico War, the border town of Laredo, Texas created an annual debutante ball unlike any other. Las Marthas follows two Mexican American girls carrying this gilded tradition on their shoulders during a time of economic uncertainty and tension over immigration.

Doors open at 5:30, FREE screening at 6pm, followed by a community discussion led by Dr. Lourdes Carrasco, an emeritus professor of Hispanic Civilization and Literature at Fort Lewis College. Lourdes was a Martha debutante. Refreshments available.