Vincent Valdez: Excerpts for John (2012, 10 min) Directed by Mark and Angela Walley Two years in the making, this beautifully shot and perfectly paced short documentary captures the creative process of painter Vincent Valdez, as the artist works on a series of pieces dedicated to a childhood friend, recently lost to war. HONORABLE MENTION DOCUMENTARY Tales of Masked Men (2012, 60 min) Directed by Carlos Avila Thought you knew everything about Lucha Libre? Think again. This dynamic and informative history of Mexican Wrestling goes beyond the kitsch and reveals the countless and meaningful ways in which the sport represents the essence of Mexican culture. Through interviews with wresters, fans, journalists, and hard-core aficionados, as well as amazing footage of colorful fights from Mexico City to Los Angeles, Tales of Masked Men constantly delights as it informs and entertains. From the award-winning director of the acclaimed PBS series “Foto-Novelas.” WINNER BEST DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKER PRESENT AT SCREENING Vincent Valdez: Excerpts for John & Tales of Masked Men 9.15