2024

Tag: indie filmmaking

  • ABQ Mindfield Film Fest

    ABQ Mindfield Film Fest

    Attending the Mindfield Film Festival was the perfect way to cap the month of August.

    The weekend started with a social for filmmakers that gave us a chance to meet other folks involved with the films accepted into the festival.

    Friday night was when Pocha screened. It was so heartwarming to hear audience members all around us reacting to various parts of the film. It becomes so easy to get bored of seeing the movie you’ve watched hundreds of times, but there’s something about seeing it through the perspective of fresh eyes that reminds you why events like these are so important.

    We attended as many screenings as we could and saw familiar faces, both in person and on screen. I enjoy getting to see all the other projects my friends have worked on, and how wide a range of films that can be created right here in Albuquerque.

    I attended screenings in support of these friends but also, selfishly, I watched to be inspired. I love getting to see all the different kinds of films that can be created, with folks who are in a similar boat as I am. We’re all just regular, working people trying to get our stories told.

    Plus, a weekend spent at The Guild is a weekend well spent.

    We also want to congratulate our actress Teresa who plays Mom who won the Best Supporting Actress – Gold Award. And congratulations to our editor Daniel for winning Best Editing – Gold Award!

  • Upcoming ABQ Festivals

    Upcoming ABQ Festivals

    Two more chances to watch Pocha!

    We’re so thrilled to have been accepted into the Albuquerque Film and Music Experience and the Mindfield Film Festival! We’ve listed the dates, times, locations, and where you can purchase tickets below.

    Mindfield Film Festival

    Purchase tickets here

    Friday, Aug. 29th

    The Guild Cinema

    8:30 PM

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    Mindfield Film Festival

    Albuquerque Film & Music Experience

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    Saturday, Sept. 27th

    Historic Lobo Theater

    1:30 PM – Block #21

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    Albuquerque Film & Music Experience

  • Taking Pocha to Las Cruces

    Taking Pocha to Las Cruces

    Pocha was accepted into the 2025 Feminist Border Arts Film Festival! It was the 10th annual event held at New Mexico State University and it also included a zine fest featuring local artists.

    Our lead actress Madahi and I took a quick day trip to Las Cruces. I’d never been before, so it’s fun to explore a city that’s not too far from home.

    We had amazing, authentic tasting Mexican food at Andale Restaurant at the suggestion of several friends and on our way back we grabbed coffee at Grounded.

    We saw so many high-quality documentaries centered on strong women telling their stories. It was truly an honor to be included with such important stories being told.

    The organizers and volunteers were so kind and welcoming. We were even invited to do a Q&A after Pocha screened. The moderator (shoutout Jess!) guided our discussion and even shared their own story and connection to our film.

    We talked about the challenges of making our film, and the inspiration behind it. So many people took the time to let us know how they connected with the story, which never fails to make every insecurity I have about the movie disappear.

    By far the best part of this whole process is the connections I made before, during, and after the production of this film. I’ll never forget the kind things people have said about Pocha, and be eternally grateful for this experience.

  • Pocha’s first film festival!

    Pocha’s first film festival!

    We’re so excited to have been selected for the Everybody is Somebody Film Festival! In its second year, they had three days filled with local and international films shown at the Guild Cinema.

    It was our festival premiere and the first time we got to share Pocha with an audience. It was exciting to hear and see people’s reactions at all the right times. We even got direct feedback from viewers, many of whom shared how they related to the film.

    Pocha won “Best Local Drama” at the 2025 Everybody is Somebody Film Festival!

    It was a fun and laid-back film festival set in the cozy and iconic Guild Cinema in Albuquerque’s Nob Hill. We look forward to participating next year and seeing more local talent!