AMAYA

 
 

TECHNICAL::

Working Title: Amaya

  • Estimated Duration: 90 minutes

  • Genre: Drama

  • Country of Origin: Puerto Rico / United States

  • Language: Spanish

  • Creative Team:

    • Screenwriter/Director/Producer/: Bernice González Bofill

  • Total Estimated Budget: $1.5-$3M US

  • Current Project Status: Development.

LOGLINE:

As her family prepares to leave their seaside town, a sheltered Puerto Rican girl forms an unlikely bond with the bold daughter of an undocumented Dominican housekeeper — a summer of quiet rebellion, where two girls from opposite worlds collide, uncovering truths about freedom, belonging, and the cost of growing up.

DIRECTORS STATEMENT

The inspiration for writing Amaya comes from a deeply personal place. As a child, I witnessed experiences similar to those portrayed in the story. While not every detail is true, I was profoundly moved by the courage and resilience of undocumented individuals who risked everything, crossing the sea in search of a better life. Their determination left an indelible mark on me, and through Amaya, I aim to honor their struggles and the enduring hope that drives such perilous journeys.

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