University Short Film Competition Block 1

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Overview
Discover bold Dominican short films exploring identity, conflict, resilience, and human connection.

International Premiere
Q & A directors & producers

A través del silencio

After losing her hearing in a swimming pool accident, Nerea retreats into silence, isolated by a family that cannot communicate with her. When she meets Noah, who speaks sign language, she rediscovers connection, comfort, and her own voice—beginning a transformation that also reaches those closest to her.

Director: Keyla Charinne Ceballos Vega

Cuko

In a Dominican neighborhood filled with curiosity and everyday magic, Milka and Yelena accidentally throw away a bag of valuable jewelry. Their mistake sparks a playful race through the community, where wit, courage, and imagination turn a small problem into a grand childhood adventure.

Director: Madel Márquez Ventura

El reloj

During an official event, a defense minister preparing to expose a powerful corruption network is assassinated live on air by an elite team. As the country searches for answers, a greater threat begins to emerge from the shadows.

Director: Will Valerio

En pecado

Angela Al borde del colapso por parte de la presión de su familia, al exigirle que permanezca en el evangelio, haciendo que esta se aleje por completo.

Director: Yorjina Moran

La Antimusa

A painter creates her masterpiece after reliving her abusive relationship with her mentor and lover.

Director: Camilo Jarabacoa

Padrecito

A greeting at mass from Ivanna, a sch

Overview
Discover emerging filmmakers, bold stories, and fresh perspectives from the next generation of cinematic voices.

International Premiere
Q & A directors & producers

Caribe

Caribe, a young woman seeking freedom in an oppressive home, defies her father’s control. After losing her rooster, Elpidio, and enduring a painful punishment, she receives help from her grandmother to escape with Pedrito and begin a new life.

Director: Leslie D. Hernández

Del otro lado

A priest leads an unrestrained double life, ignoring all boundaries and the consequences of crossing them.

Director: Kamila Minier

El loco que pinta

Alejandro Alsina, pintor dominicano reconocido en la Zona Colonial por su arte y excentricidad, esconde detrás de su sonrisa icónica y su vida desenfrenada una historia que pocos podrían imaginar.

Director: Paul Limardo y Mariam Rosario

Pueblo Viejo

En un pueblo afectado por la minería, Manán enseña a su nieto Nelson la siembra y la historia del lugar, mientras su memoria se desgasta al ritmo en que la mina avanza sobre las montañas.

Director: Alexander Vásquez

Un Regard

A man who has lost his sight immerses himself in his most cherished memories: his childhood, moments shared with a partner, and the scenes he once witnessed with his own eyes.

Director: Loli Taina