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UN PERSPECTIVO DIFERENTE
THE LAST SNOW
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Everything can be lost like a snowfall
THE DEMISE OF CONEY ISLAND
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Producer: Omar Villegas, Joe Carraha, vagabond, Resister
Coney Island isn't just a place, but a protagonist. An artist tormented with memories of his missing daughter, and a fatal diagnosis from his doctor, Coney Island finds himself staring into the precipice of oblivion. As he teeters between life and death he weighs his options with two old companions, Suicide and Hopelessness.
RENT CONTROL
Director and Writer: Eduardo Costas Cordero
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When a Puerto Rican woman learns that her Brooklyn roommate is scamming her on the rent, she performs a ritual seeking guidance from her indigenous ancestors.
MAMEY
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Two Puerto Rican brothers plan to rob their cousin but an unexpected guest is cooking lunch.
SMILE4KIME
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Smile4Kime is a timely character-driven short documentary that uses animation and live action footage to explore the taboo topics of sexual violence, trauma, and mental health through the perspectives of two Black women. The film's story unfolds as a conversation between the two protagonists, the director (Elena) and Kime, best friends who commune with each other through Elena’s spiritual practice after Kime’s untimely death. The narrative arc of the film foregoes traditional linear modes of storytelling and instead throws viewers into different spaces and times. In flashbacks, we hear Kime reflect on her experience with trauma, depression and sexual assault. The movement between the past and present happens through Elena's altar, and is inspired by her spiritual practice of Puerto Rican Espiritismo. Through it we are transported into the past, to spiritual and dream worlds, and future moments that were never realized. Animation becomes the creative tool by which the altar — and Kime — comes alive. Memory and interactions with Kime’s spirit allow the audience to bear witness to Elena's grieving process as she attempts to come to terms with her own trauma and mental health challenges. By the end of the film, we arrive at a new beginning; one where Kime’s and Elena's friendship has transformed, and even in Kime's death, they continue to help each other grow stronger.
FAIRY RICE MOTHER
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Fairy Rice Mother is a charming comedic short centered around family, identity, and rice. When Ruby’s attempt at making her family’s traditional rice dish goes terribly wrong, her late abuela sends her help in the form of Francis, a hardass magical expert who’s ready to kick Ruby’s rice into shape.
WAILS
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Mother Nature comes down to earth to watch over her children, who have disappointed her with their harmful acts.
