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Who We Are – University of Miami Documentary Short Film Program

A great documentary film captures the human spirit, and this diverse block of films captures all of that and more. UM Documentary Short Award Presentation.

Expected guests

Konstantia Kontaxis
Juror
Margaret Cardillo
Juror
Jim Virga
Juror

Films showing at this event:

Chasing the Passage of Time

A determined crew of 25 takes on the monumental challenge of transporting the largest Richard Serra sculpture across Florida, navigating treacherous roads, logistical obstacles, and the relentless weight of art history—proving that moving a masterpiece is an art form in itself.

View from the Floor

In pursuit of a life on stage, a singer without legs confronts exploitation and imposter syndrome as she chases her dreams.

Tiger

Tiger highlights an Indigenous award-winning, internationally acclaimed artist and elder, Dana Tiger, her family, and the resurgence of the iconic Tiger t-shirt company.

Don’t Cry for Me All You Drag Queens

Don’t Cry for Me All You Drag Queens pays homage to the legendary Mother Cavallucci by weaving together the present and past to provide a striking portrait of belonging and memory.

The Boricua’s Dilemma

Puerto Rico is one of the last few colonies in the world. This documentary offers a contemporary look at the island’s centuries-long status debate through the lens of its politicians and civilians.

Stud Country

Stud Country, the largest queer country western line dancing event in America, was created to preserve Los Angeles’ little known 50+ year queer line dancing tradition. Despite its success and fiercely committed community, the event is set to lose its venue due to gentrification.

Confessions of a Jumbotron Addict

An obsessive basketball fan cracks the code for getting on his home arena’s Jumbotron and decides to wield his new power for good.

¿Que hay allí afuera?

Manolo Lázaro reflects on his family’s departure from Cuba, and the sacrifices they made to provide him with a better life in the United States.

Tickets

Thursday April 106:30pm

The Bill Cosford Cinema

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