The Boricua’s Dilemma
A DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM DIRECTED BY SEBASTIAN NAZARIO-COLON
“Puerto Rico is one of the last few colonies in the world. The Boricua’s Dilemma takes a contemporary look at the island’s centuries-long status debate through the lens of its politicians and civilians.”
ABOUT THE DOC
My goal with this film is to create an educational piece that anybody could resonate with, regardless of whether or not they had any prior knowledge on the subject. For the unfamiliar, the film serves to illuminate the centuries long status debate of my community. For those on the island of Puerto Rico, who have overheard conversations on the debate for as long as they could remember, the film aims to unite the different ideologies, allowing all sides to voice their arguments, while finding the common ground that they all want what they believe is best for the island.
In February 2023, I traveled to Puerto Rico with a suitcase and a duffle bag. I had a light kit, a lav kit, 2 tripods, & 2 cameras. Over the course of the next 4 days, I held 7 interviews with 9 people. I spoke with family friends, family members, and politicians to paint a portrait of what the people have to say.
