The SLFF section featuring these short films presents a diverse array of narratives and styles from across the Americas. The collection showcases the rich storytelling traditions and unique cultural perspectives of Guatemala, Canada, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Uruguay, Ecuador, Chile, and the USA. Each film offers a distinct glimpse into the varied experiences and creative voices shaping contemporary cinema.

The Welder / El Soldador (USA, 10 mins. 2023)

Director: Alexandra Martinez.
Language: English and Spanish with English subtitles.
Genres: Social Justice, Documentary.

Synopsis: A houseless welder contemplates his health after receiving care from a team of doctors at Miami Street Medicine.

Sinopsis: Un soldador sin hogar reflexiona sobre su salud después de recibir atención de un equipo de médicos en Miami Street Medicine.

Norita (USA, 90 mins. 2023)

Director: Jayson McNamara, & Andrea Tortonese.
Cast: Haydée Gastelú, Elia Espen, Marta Vasquez.
Language: English and Spanish with English subtitles.
Genres: Social Justice, Documentary.

Synopsis: A mothers search for her son accelerates the defeat of a dictatorship and inspires a new global generation of women fighting for their freedoms.

Sinopsis: La búsqueda de una madre por su hijo acelera la caída de una dictadura e inspira a una nueva generación global de mujeres que luchan por sus libertades.