Ismael Cubero

Bebo, a teenager from a coastal Puerto Rican town, lives with his brother in a public housing complex. They fish for a living, but growing desperation drives them to illegal dealings that promise easy money. When a job goes wrong and blood is spilled, Bebo flees with Lola, a wealthy girl seeking to escape her troubled reality. As they navigate the labyrinthine mountains, they encounter remnants of a fading way of life, contrasting with the violence that follows them. As hitmen close in, Bebo must confront his choices and decide if redemption is possible, or if the sea will be their final escape. A portrait of the Puerto Rican experience that dives into the complexities of identity, resilience, and colonial legacy, the film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival, where it was honored with Best Cinematography, Best New Director, and the Jury Award. It was also nominated for the prestigious Spirit Awards, solidifying its place as one of the most celebrated Puerto Rican films.

This documentary presents a sample of the musical education projects that respond to the educational, cultural, and community needs of our children and adolescents.

A documentary about a nation with a decaying music program that finds inspiration in world-renowned saxophonist Miguel Zenón’s visit.

This documentary explores how art and beauty serve as a path to recovery and social contribution in the lives of four Puerto Rican artists diagnosed with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Those living with these conditions are often stigmatized, as their circumstances—which are not their choice—affect how they cope with daily life and integrate into society.

Documentary that narrates the extraordinary life of Victoria Espinosa Torres, an influential Puerto Rican theater director. From her humble beginnings in Santurce to her tireless fight for social equality and the internationalization of Puerto Rican theater, the film highlights her unwavering dedication to art and her ability to transform lives and societies through theater. With testimonies and interviews that reveal her impact and legacy, this documentary celebrates Victoria's passion for theater and her invaluable contribution to Puerto Rican culture.

Based on Liliana Cotto Morales' "Desalambrar", this documentary is a montage of testimonials and audiovisual files that recall chronicles of resistance and confrontation during the social rebellion which meant the movement of occupation and rescue of lands in Puerto Rico in the 1970's and early 1980's.

Natividad, Aldwin and Alberto, residents of the Miramar community in Guayama, Puerto Rico, one of the communities mainly affected by the Applied Energy Systems (AES) coal mine, narrate their daily struggles against the burning of mineral coal, and the use and deposit of toxic ash near their homes.