CineFest Latino Boston: Short Films Screenings and Discussions

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Rabb Hall, Boylston Building, Lower-Level. A screening of six short films and a discussion with filmmakers; part of CineFest Latino Boston. Theme: De Aquí Y De Allá (De Nuestros Vecinos): From Here and There (Shorts from our Neighbors) Los Hombres No Lloran Directed by Bastian Orellana-Lauri Narrative, 15 mins, Canada, 2026 When his abusive father is about to be taken off life support, Joaquin avoids the hospital and escapes with his best friend, while his wife Lucia urges him to go say goodbye. Joaquin must decide whether to face the past or keep running. US PREMIERE Cruda Verdad Dura Moral Directed by Daniela Garcia Narrative, 14 mins, Mexico/USA, 2025 Carla takes a break with her friends, drinking even though she swore she was done. Before long, the party turns into a blur of music and booze. The next morning, bits and pieces of the night start creeping back, leaving her uneasy and searching for answers. Offhand comments and weird vibes from her friends only make things worse, pushing Carla to question what really happened and forcing her to face the shaky line between trust, consent, and betrayal. Fried Fish & Plantain Directed by Paul Daniel Torres Narrative, 13 mins, Canada, 2025 Two years from their first night together, Willie & Marisol have their “first date.” As they navigate a “post-pandemic” Toronto, they sift through who and what they’ve become amidst the circumstances, grief, and secrets that have kept them apart. Together, they discover if there can be love after loss. Nudos Directed by Anai Diaz Castro Narrative, 11 mins, Mexico/Canada, 2026 NUDOS is a sensory and deeply intimate journey into the psyche of Rosa, a Mexican woman whose life, struggles, and awakenings are told through the evolving colors of her dresses. Each garment is more than just fabric; it is a vessel for memory, an emotional milestone, and the silent echo of a maternal lineage that dictated how she should feel, love, and remain resilient. In this sophisticated…

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