The Bronx Museum & NY State Senator José M. Serrano Present—’American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez’ Film Screening
Saturday, September 26, 2026
2:00 PM
The Bronx Museum of the Arts
1040 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10456
Scheduled
About This Event
The Bronx Museum of the Arts hosts a screening of American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez, with New York State Senator José M. Serrano. The film profiles Luis Valdez—regarded as the father of Chicano film and playwriting, creator of El Teatro Campesino and known for Zoot Suit and La Bamba—and the presentation pairs his work with Serrano, who represents parts of the Bronx and Manhattan.
About the Artists
José M. Serrano
José Marco Serrano is a member of the New York State Senate from the 29th District, representing Mott Haven, Melrose, Highbridge, Morris Heights, Spanish Harlem, Yorkville, Roosevelt Island and part of the Upper West Side. He is the son of former U.S. Congressman José Serrano.
Luis Valdez
Luis Miguel Valdez is an American playwright, screenwriter, film director and actor. Regarded as the father of Chicano film and playwriting, Valdez is best known for his play Zoot Suit, his movie La Bamba, and his creation of El Teatro Campesino.