Three Nicaraguan-American artists from the Washington D.C. Metro area discuss growing up in two cultures and how it influences their art.

When the revolution in Nicaragua won its victory nearly 40 years ago, the world began to dream. A young generation was taking the reins in a country of grand utopias. From West Germany alone, 15,000 “brigadists” travelled to help rebuild the war-torn country: liberals, greens, unionists, social democrats, leftists and church representatives harvested coffee and cotton, built schools, kindergartens and hospital wards. No movement has mobilised so many people. What became of the hopes and dreams of the revolutionaries and their supporters?

En 1984, en pleine révolution nicaraguayenne, un mystérieux homme d'affaires britannique et une journaliste américaine vivent un amour passion. Lorsqu'ils sont pris dans un tourbillon de mensonges et de complots, ils sont forcés de sortir du pays, en ne pouvant compter que sur eux-mêmes.

An audiovisual self-portrait

Halouver is a small community in the Northern Caribbean of Nicaragua. In November of 2020, two hurricanes divided the village in two and destroyed its infrastructure. Now, its villagers must decide between coming back and rebuilding their homes from the rubbles in spite of the risks that conveys or starting their lives somewhere else, leaving behind their lives in front of the sea. This documentary was made by Hora Cero.

Plastic artist Aparicio Arthola talks with his student about the catarsis in his creative process, the loss, death and uncertainty of art life in Nicaragua

Alan est un homme anxieux et malheureux. Grâce à son travail, sa vie est devenue de plus en plus triste et misérable. Une visite chez le psychiatre pourrait être la solution à tous ses problèmes.

Un groupe de Nicaraguayennes guide des troupes rebelles et vont refaçonner leur pays avec des réformes sociales pendant la révolution sandiniste de 1979.

Sixteen female sex workers have been named judicial aides by Nicaragua’s Supreme Court to facilitate the resolution of conflicts that come up in their work. It is the first time in the world that sex workers have had access to this function. The film accompanies some of these women in their mediation work and in the actions they promote through their association, Girasoles (Sunflowers) of Nicaragua, to gain recognition and regulations for autonomous sex work.

Invité au mariage de John et d’Elissa, Phil remet des caméras aux autres convives afin que tous immortalisent la soirée de réjouissances à leur manière. Les célébrations sont cependant compromises en raison du déferlement d’alcool qui délie les langues et qui altère les comportements.

Les responsable de la société "Dole Food" mettent en place une campagne pour empêcher deux réalisateurs suédois de diffuser un documentaire qu'ils ont réalisé contre eux, sur un procès qui leur est compromettant.

Christian, Finn and Moritz became addicted to drugs as teenagers. In 1999, the film "Bismuna - Ein Abenteuerfilm" was made about the three teenagers and their counselor as they traveled to an indigenous tribe for the drug cure. Now, some 10 years later, it shows what the men have done with their lives.

DREAMING NICARAGUA is a film about HOPE. It's about love for the dignity and courage of the human spirit that, even immersed in uttermost tragic conditions, fights for a better life, and in this case, with a friendly SMILE. DREAMING is a sensitive and lyrical portrayal of four children living in extreme poverty in Nicaragua. The film takes us beyond their hardships and gives voice to the youngsters, who are surprisingly funny, hopeful, and optimistic. A traveling art teacher provides a safe arena for our four unlikely protagonists to express their innermost thoughts. When painting, the kids momentarily escape the stresses of their reality into a world of dreams and ideas, a stark contrast to their lives outside: a vicious cycle of hunger, child labor, and violence. Despite the extreme circumstances, the children and their families face their lives with an inspiring unity, strength and humor.

American resort developers bear down on the wild west coast of Nicaragua, hoping to build the next tourist paradise. With lax labour and environmental regulations, some of the developers take full advantage of the situation, and the local fishermen start accusing them of exploitation and land thievery. Unexpectedly, in the midst of this conflict, firebrand Daniel Ortega and the Sandinistas sweep back into government, boldly empowering the local fishermen. The tables turn viciously on the American developers, who get much more than they bargained for. But when the local fishermen, corrupted by new found power, begin acting in the same manner as the American developers, questions are posed about human nature, morality, and ethics on a much larger scale.

Au Nicaragua, les travailleurs paient un lourd tribut pour approvisionner le monde entier en bananes bon marché, et l'avocat Juan Dominguez compte bien les aider.

Le sexe, la politique et la culture américaine sont mélangés dans une combinaison combustible Now and Later. Angela est une immigrée latine illégale habitant à Los Angeles qui rencontre par hasrad Bill, un banquier déshonoré. Elle le prend au jeu. Par le sexe passionné, les conversations introspectives allant de la politique à la philosophie, et d'autres plaisirs mondains, Angela montre à Bill une autre vision du monde. Mais le cours de la vie de Bill commence à prendre un tour brusque et inattendu.

Two young Nicaraguan children, Saslaya and her mute brother Dario, must travel to Costa Rica to find their long-lost mother.