Introduce Yourself : Hello Stage 32 Community! by Mariluz Guerra

Mariluz Guerra

Hello Stage 32 Community!

I’m Mariluz Guerra, an independent filmmaker from Colombia, proudly representing my indigenous Kankuama roots. I’m deeply passionate about using cinema as a tool for healing, self-discovery, and connecting with our innermost emotions. My work primarily revolves around healing cinema, a genre that I believe has the power to transform how we see ourselves and the world around us.

Currently, I’m working on a film project titled “Body Stories: Marta & Fidel”, a narrative about two Latin American musicians navigating the complexities of their personal and professional lives while struggling to overcome internal barriers. This project is particularly close to my heart as it sheds light on themes of self-limitation, emotional vulnerability, and empowerment.

I’m also excited to announce that my short film “Body Stories: Menstrual Cycle” will be projected on a building in New York City on September 26th. It’s part of a live event hosted by CultureHub and celebrates the stages of the menstrual cycle from a personal and indigenous perspective. If you’re in NYC, I’d love for you to join us at 7 PM at E 4th Street between 2nd Ave & Bowery.

I’m always looking to connect with fellow filmmakers, collaborators, and creatives who share the vision of using film to promote emotional well-being and authentic storytelling.

All the best!

Mariluz.

Maurice Vaughan

Hope there's a big turnout when Body Stories: Menstrual Cycle gets projected on a building in New York City, Mariluz Guerra! I've seen videos of people's work being projected on buildings, and they looked incredible!

Gisele Orellana

Hola, Mariluz. Congratulations on the screening of your short film!

Amanda Toney

Hi Mariluz! It's great to meet you! I'd love to have you host a Stage 32 meetup in Columbia to bring together the creative community there! Shoot me a DM!

Geoff Hall

Mariluz Guerra I love that your film is being projected on a building in NY. That is awesome. I hope all goes well with this and that it opens doors for you.

Mariluz Guerra

Hi Maurice Vaughan. Yes! I'm happy and excited. This is planned to be the second time they project our short film (first time was the 12th of this month). Thanks for your good wishes :)

Mariluz Guerra

Gisele Orellana Muchas gracias! Ya estamos conectadas :)

Mariluz Guerra

Amanda Toney Thank sounds great! I will send you the DM.

Mariluz Guerra

Thank you very much for your good wishes Geoff Hall!

Sam Sokolow

As a native New Yorker, I cannot think of anything cooler than your film being projected on the side of a building on East 4th street - totally badass. I'll let some friends who live downtown know about it. Wishing you huge success, Mariluz Guerra - please let us know how it goes.

Evelyn Warnitz

Sounds absolutely great, Mariluz! Curious about your work. A warmly welcome in this fantastic networking space.

Mariluz Guerra

Hi Sam Sokolow :) You've made me smile. Thanks for sharing the event! I'll let you know how it goes for sure. All the best!

Mariluz Guerra

Thank you very much Evelyn Warnitz! We're now connected :)

Mariluz Guerra

Today’s the day! I’m so excited! :D

Richard "RB" Botto

Fantastic to have you here, Mariluz Guerra. As a fellow NY'er myself, I'll echo Sam Sokolow's comment. What a cool experience. Soak it all in.

Mariluz Guerra

Thank you Richard "RB" Botto! I hope this video projection brings more awareness about the importance of menstrual cycle for the health of us women :)

Mariluz Guerra

Hello again guys! As Sam Sokolow suggested me, here is my update from the Kintecoying Now event in NYC: https://www.bodystoriesproject.com/post/celebrating-indigenous-creativit... In abstract it was beautiful, even though I wasn't there in-person. CultureHub team sent the the pictures that captures the essence of the event and the community. It was lovely and I would be happy to participate the next year! :)

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