“Beto & Nena”:
The film explores the life of Beto (played by Victor Rios), a devoted older brother born in Bolivia but raised in London, who sacrificed his dreams to care for his younger sister, Nena (portrayed by Emylie Flores), born in London and aspiring dancer at the cusp of adolescence, struggling with her curiosity and maturity. Their journey unfolds, interweaving dreams, love, and the emotional legacy of their mother’s passing. The clash between Beto’s unwavering dedication to family and Nena’s ambition to honor their mother’s memory forms the core of this enchanting story, as they seek to strike a balance that keeps their family bond intact.
The project was curated by Victor Rios (Filmlocos) and Sammy Attalah (Untold Collectiv). They looked for monologues that explored the unique challenges of what it is like living in London as a Latin American. Out of a multitude of submissions, five female stories were selected. The reason we chose 5
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