Visiones Cortas - Narrative Shorts Block

Join us on the final screening of the Hispanic Hertiage Film Festival, featuring "Visiones Cortas" a short film block featuring a collection of Hispanic films that explore themes of identity, family, culture, and social issues. The films showcase diverse perspectives from across the Hispanic world, offering emotionally resonant stories that highlight both personal and societal struggles. Through these short, impactful narratives, emerging filmmakers bring unique voices and experiences to the screen, celebrating the richness of Hispanic culture.

Doors Open at 5:21 PM.

Amistad - Directed by José Luis Isoard Arrubarrena

Oswaldo and Biaani used to be friends, but their friendship got distant after Biaani became a Muxe —who are considered a third gender in Zapotec culture. When Oswaldo comes to her asking for help —poaching turtle nests for extra income— their old friendship is rekindled.

Bajudh - Directed by Carlos Matienzo Serment

Bajudh, a young Tének girl struggles to become a “flyer” in the Sparrowhawk Dance, defying traditions that dictate: "Women don't fly."

El Reggaetonero - Directed by Eddy Moon

Minutes before her perfectly planned dinner date, Lily accidentally summons a superstar Reggaeton artist into her home. The over-the-top magical Reggaetonero is convinced he can help her woo her date, but Lily is skeptical of his methods.

Eso No Rima - Directed by Roberto Villafane

For her everything is figurative. For him everything is poetry.

Las esquinas y otras cosas que se van - Directed by Luis Diego Pérez

A 70-year-old retired baseball player faces a strong dilemma: whether or not to return to the baseball field.

Mariela - Directed by Alejandro Victoria

A middle aged woman travels to her hometown Vallejuelo to take care of her dying mother, where she will run into a long kept family secret.

Niñas - Directed by Jahaira Daga Acevedo

A woman far from home reconnects with her inner child as her friends move on with their lives but she stays the same.

After the screening, stay for an exclusive Q&A session with the directors.

Thank you for joining us at the last event of the festival!

Host or Publisher Hispanic Heritage Film Festival