Cinco de Mayo is a great time for getting together with family and friends, having a party and showing movies. Cinco de Mayo is a time to celebrate Mexican heritage and tradition. A great movie to watch at a Cinco de Mayo party is, Three Amigos. This movie is a comedy and was directed by John Landis. The movie itself stars, Steve Martin, Chevy Chase and Martin Short. These three men are basically out of work actors and they are hired to go to this Mexican community and reenact the roles of bandits they portrayed on screen. This cute fun loving comedy was written by Lorne Michaels, Steve Martin and Randy Newman.

Most people know that a Cinco de Mayo party is not a party without party supplies and movies. A few other movies perfect for a Cinco de Mayo party are, Desperado, El Mariachi, and Once Upon a Time in Mexico. These movies are all perfect for a Cinco de Mayo party. Many people will find that the movies shown at a Cinco de Mayo party are most often chosen by the ages and maturity of the party guests. For instance, Cinco de Mayo movies for young kids might include history and cartoon related stories.

Most often these Cinco de Mayo movies are made especially for the Cinco de Mayo celebration. These movies along with piñatas, decorations and various party supplies will add a great deal to the party theme. In addition to the piñatas, decorations and party supplies, most hostesses will plan a movie around the party. Therefore, movies such as, Three Amigos, Desperado, and El Mariachi, will be perfect for a variety of audiences.

For the most part, the movies available at a Cinco de Mayo party should e upbeat and fun. This small addition will add a great deal to the celebration.