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Las Cosas Que Brillan

202511mKristal Sotomayor

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"This magical coming-of-age film follows a curious Trans Latinx mermaid who dares to surface."

When a trans Latinx mermaid defies her mother’s warnings, she is forced to confront the violent legacies of colonialism, environmental destruction and the danger of being desired in the human world. The BlackStar Philadelphia Filmmaker Lab is presented with support from Independence Public Media Foundation, William Penn Foundation, and Wyncote Foundation. This project has been supported by The Philadelphia Independent Media Fund administered by Scribe Video Center with funds provided by the Independence Public Media Foundation and the Wyncote Foundation.

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SeaMermaidPuppetConquistadorHand PuppetWater

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What is Las Cosas Que Brillan (2025) about?

When a trans Latinx mermaid defies her mother’s warnings, she is forced to confront the violent legacies of colonialism, environmental destruction and the danger of being desired in the human world. The BlackStar Philadelphia Filmmaker Lab is presented with support from Independence Public Media Foundation, William Penn Foundation, and Wyncote Foundation. This project has been supported by The…

Who stars in Las Cosas Que Brillan?

Las Cosas Que Brillan stars Josielyn Aguilera (Marisol), Asia Monroe (Mami), Brad Wakeman (Conquistador). The film was directed by Kristal Sotomayor.

How long is Las Cosas Que Brillan?

Las Cosas Que Brillan has a runtime of 11 min and premiered in 2025.

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