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Daughter of the Sea

Directed by Alexis C. García
Puerto Rico
2022
19 mins

After the death of her grandfather, a young woman experiences a spiritual awakening when she is called by Yemaya, the Orisha Goddess of the Sea.


Alexis Garcia is an award-winning writer, director, and proud Afro Boricua whose work has spanned both TV and digital.

Sponsored by Goya.

In competition for the $2,500 Goya Quick Bites Short Film Award, awarded to the filmmaker of a jury-selected short film (20 minutes or less) of any genre, that best showcases the intersection of food and community. This includes stories that feature a strong focus on food culture, mealtimes, or the way the culinary experience spices up our daily lives.

  • Year
    2022
  • Country
    Puerto Rico
  • Language
    English
  • Director
    Alexis C. García
  • Cast
    Princess Nokia
  • Writer
    Alexis C. García
  • Genre
    Drama
  • Theme
    Drama, Latine, Family, Directed by Women

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