Abuelis (2024)
Five young women take care of their grandmother, just like she did when they were babies. Filmmaker Natalia Ventura portrays the cycles in life and the strength manifested in womanhood. Film by Natalia Ventura
This project was made possible with support from SD Employ & Empower and the San Diego Public Library through the Workforce Development Initiative
My role as a mentor and film consultant:
Supported the artist throughout the development process, helping refine the project's vision, strengthen its narrative direction, and identify opportunities for deeper creative exploration.
Guided the filmmaker through the production process, providing hands-on mentorship in cinematography, sound recording, lighting, and production workflows while building confidence in their technical and creative decision-making.
Assisted the filmmaker during post-production, offering editorial feedback and story consultation to help shape the final film and maximize its emotional and thematic impact.
Helped create a pathway for the film to reach an audience by organizing and facilitating a public screening at the Digital Gym Cinema, giving the filmmaker an opportunity to showcase their work within the broader film community.
Served as an ongoing creative mentor and thought partner, supporting the filmmaker in developing both their artistic voice and filmmaking practice.