There is no place like home. Featuring a diverse range of Made in MIA short documentaries, this program reminds us that Miami really is one of a kind.
Features a book signing event of Deeper than the Ocean by author Mirta Ojito, with the film The Poor Man’s Titanic inspired by her novel.
Films showing at this event:



Nail Tech: Portrait of an Artist
Nail Tech: Portrait of an Artist (2025) explores the life and cultural impact of Miami Florida-based nail artist Kro Vargas, whose trend-setting designs have graced the pages of Vogue and the fingertips of major musical artists like Ice Spice and Ivy Queen. The film also explores the friendships and salons that have shaped Vargas’s career, like Optima Lite and Spring with Friends. The documentary highlights how nail art is a meaningful form of cultural expression. Telling the story of nail techs is telling a history of style, migration, and women’s entrepreneurship in Miami.

The Poor Man’s Titanic
The SS Valbanera was so close to Havana, but port master turned the ship away because of an approaching hurricane. The year was 1919 and the ship was no match for Mother Nature. The ship sank, and everyone onboard died. The so-called "Poor Man’s Titanic" was lost to history…until now.



Test of Time: Frankie’s Pizza
Amid Miami’s ever changing skyline, Test of Time uncovers the untold stories of the city’s longest standing restaurants and bars, exploring their resilience, legacy, and the family traditions that have kept them alive for over 30 years. In this episode, we follow the Pasquarella family and their beloved institution, Frankie’s Pizza, as they navigate decades of challenges, proving that true community staples are built to last.
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Thursday April 169pm



