Carnaval de Ponce · Cultural Documentary Short

This short-form documentary explores the cultural significance of the Carnaval de Ponce, Puerto Rico’s oldest continuous carnival tradition. I directed and shot the piece, shaping its narrative structure, pacing, and visual rhythm to translate the event’s historical and emotional resonance into a concise digital format. Through narration, cultural context, and dynamic visual composition, the piece highlights traditions such as the vejigantes and the origins of the plena, connecting them to the ongoing role of community celebration in Puerto Rican identity. Produced independently through my studio practice, Guaramayo, the work reflects an ongoing exploration of cultural storytelling and short-form narrative.