LACMA Unveils Immersive 'Sueño Perro' Exhibition for 'Amores Perros' 25th Anniversary

Alejandro G. Iñárritu's groundbreaking film gets a multisensory celebration at the Los Angeles museum.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:41am

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An abstract, high-contrast close-up photograph of shattered glass and glittering reflections, evoking the gritty, cinematic style of 'Amores Perros'.The 'Sueño Perro' exhibition celebrates the 25th anniversary of Alejandro G. Iñárritu's groundbreaking film 'Amores Perros' with a multisensory, immersive experience.Los Angeles Today

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) is set to unveil a unique and immersive exhibition, 'Sueño Perro', celebrating the 25th anniversary of Alejandro G. Iñárritu's acclaimed film 'Amores Perros'. The exhibition features never-before-seen footage, a sensory tribute to the iconic car crash sequence, and a 25th-anniversary book collaboration with MACK.

Why it matters

Iñárritu's 'Amores Perros' was a landmark film that established him as a visionary director, exploring themes of hope, betrayal, and revenge through interconnected stories set in the gritty underbelly of Mexico City. The 'Sueño Perro' exhibition offers a rare opportunity for fans to experience the film in a whole new light, with Iñárritu himself revisiting forgotten scenes and embracing a unique, immersive approach to the exhibition.

The details

The 'Sueño Perro' exhibition is located on Level 1 of the BCAM building at LACMA. It features a dimly lit industrial space that transforms into a surreal dreamworld, with six screens simultaneously projecting footage, including never-before-seen scenes deemed too risky or unconventional for the final cut of the film. Iñárritu used vintage 35mm analog projectors to create literal light sculptures through water-based smoke, and the highlight is a sensory tribute to the film's iconic car crash sequence.

  • The 'Sueño Perro' exhibition will be on display at LACMA until July 26, 2026.
  • The 25th-anniversary screening of 'Amores Perros' and a conversation between Iñárritu and LACMA CEO Michael Govan will take place during the exhibition's run.

The players

Alejandro G. Iñárritu

The acclaimed Mexican filmmaker who directed the groundbreaking film 'Amores Perros' and is the creative force behind the 'Sueño Perro' exhibition.

LACMA

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art, which is hosting the 'Sueño Perro' exhibition to celebrate the 25th anniversary of 'Amores Perros'.

Michael Govan

The CEO of LACMA, who will be in conversation with Iñárritu during the special screening of 'Amores Perros'.

MACK

The publishing house that collaborated with Iñárritu on the 25th-anniversary book of 'Amores Perros'.

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What they’re saying

“Revisiting these forgotten scenes was an emotional journey, likening it to discovering a hidden life-source, a 'placenta' that breathed new life into my 25-year-old creation.”

— Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Director

“The simultaneous projection of six screens mirrors our memory's fragmented nature, an idea inspired by Latin American literature.”

— Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Director

What’s next

The 'Sueño Perro' exhibition will be on display at LACMA until July 26, 2026, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience the magic of 'Amores Perros' in a multisensory and immersive way. Additionally, a special screening of the film, followed by a conversation between Iñárritu and LACMA CEO Michael Govan, is scheduled to take place during the exhibition's run.

The takeaway

The 'Sueño Perro' exhibition celebrates the enduring legacy of Alejandro G. Iñárritu's groundbreaking film 'Amores Perros' by offering a rare, multisensory experience that delves into the director's creative process and vision. This unique celebration not only honors the past but also looks towards the future, as Iñárritu continues to push the boundaries of cinematic storytelling.