Hot Tropiks and Long Beach City Public Library Present: Alimuom

Are you ready for a groundbreaking Filipino sci-fi experience? Hot Tropiks and Long Beach City Public Library are thrilled to announce a special screening of Alimuom!

Event Details:

• Date: January 25, 2025
• Location: Harte Neighborhood Library 1595 W Willow St, Long Beach, CA 

Set in a dystopian future, Alimuom (translated as "Vapors") delves into humanity’s resilience and survival in a world where Earth struggles to sustain life. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Keith Sicat and produced for the ToFarm Film Festival, this film reflects ToFarm’s advocacy to honor and highlight the lives of Filipino farmers and stewards of agriculture.

Alimuom was brought to life by KinoArts, a boutique production house dedicated to socially-conscious storytelling. Visit kinoarts.ph to learn more about the studio behind the film.

Alimuom was developed as part of the ToFarm Film Festival’s mission to use the power of cinema to shine a spotlight on the journeys, aspirations, and triumphs of the Filipino people, particularly those who cultivate and sustain our nation.

What Makes Alimuom Special?

• Genre: Filipino Sci-Fi
• Themes: Survival, science, and the resilience of humanity
• Visuals: A futuristic depiction of the Philippines like you’ve never seen before
• Director: Keith Sicat, a pioneer of genre filmmaking in the Philippines

Interested in attending?
Seating will be limited, so we’re gauging interest to plan for more screenings. Let us know if you’d like to join us! Stay tuned for more details—we can’t wait to bring this exciting event to life!