Emilia Perez Rocha Santos
Writing
Biography
Born in San Diego and raised in Baja California Mexico, Emilia has always been extremely passionate in the art filmmaking, more specifically in directing and screenwriting. During her undergraduate at San Diego State University, Emilia has directed and written numerous short student films such as "Say Cheese," "Seamus," "Beaten," and most recently her thesis film "Los Ayeres de Hoy," which has been nominated and selected for numerous film festivals. Through her films, Emilia hopes to inform audiences on diverse cultures, touch on themes of identity and self discovery, as well as represent Mexican, Chicano, and Latino communities. Most recently, she completed UCLA Professional Program with Emphasis in Directing, a graduate-level competitive admission program.
Known For
When a failing high school student is asked to go to his professor's office hours, he ends up traveling back in time to experience all the hardships Chicanos endured.
Los Ayeres de Hoy
A young immigrant learns of her unexpected pregnancy. However, the father of her baby is not who she believes him to be.