Pa'lante Theater is proud to present the 2nd Annual Afro Latino Film Festival, a vibrant celebration dedicated to amplifying the voices and stories of Black, Latine, Puerto Rican, and Afro-Caribbean communities worldwide. This festival is a platform for cinematic works that reflect the rich diversity, resilience, and creativity of the Afro Latino diaspora.
As part of a multi-city tour, the festival will showcase a dynamic selection of films that explore the histories, cultures, and lived experiences of our global community. From compelling narratives to insightful documentaries, these films will spotlight the triumphs, challenges, and unique identities that shape the Afro Latino world.
Join us in honoring the artistry and heritage of Afro Latino storytellers, connecting audiences across borders, and fostering a deeper appreciation for the intersections of Black and Latino identities. This celebration of culture promises to be a transformative experience for all who attend.
Schedule Of Events:
My Dreams Are Who I Am - World Premiere
Victor Ilyukhin, Olga Lvoff & Rick Guidotti, United States,2024
This short film celebrates resilience, identity, and the comforting power of food to reconnect us with our roots.
I Left god
Johnathan Fernandez, 2024, United States
A patient gets intimate with her therapist in unprecedented fashion.
Super Latina - World Premiere
Cristina Sasso, 2024, United States
Julieta and her best friends, Lety and Del Mar, are excited to audition for "Super Latina," a local competition to represent the Latino community. When Julieta finds out what the judges really think of her... she and her friends decide to take matters into their own hands.
Be Mine - Connecticut filmmaker
Jon Cruz, 2023, United States
Be Mine is a horror short that follows the story of a young girl named Emily who encounters a young man named Edward. Despite her attempts to befriend him, she soon finds herself uncovering the malevolent forces that lie beneath the surface.
Puerta De Tierra: a neighborhood facing gentrification
Héctor Manuel Pérez-Hernández, 2023, Puerto Rico
This film focuses on the recent urban gentrification intiatives impacting the community of Puerta de Tierra in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and how these interact with the daily lives of the residents and commerce activities in the area.
Through the Earth - Feature Film
Malena Bystrowicz & Loreley Unamuno, 2024, Argentina
This feature-length documentary follows Blanca and Patzi, two women who have migrated from Bolivia to Argentina in search of better living conditions. They carry with them the lore of ancient history of their homeland. When they arrive, they are confronted by the challenges faced when migrants, collectives, native communities and cultural issues cross more than just territorial borders.
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