Otherwise Film Festival
Deconstructing narratives, Constructing Communities and Imagining a World Otherwise.
The OTHERWISE film festival emerges as a pivotal platform that transcends conventional narratives by embracing a comparative and global perspective. By foregrounding marginalized voices and their unique cinematic narratives, OTHERWISE redefines the boundaries of representation in contemporary cinema. This festival serves as a crucible of cultural exploration, where the complexities of our modern world are unraveled through the lenses of specific creators and communities.
By challenging mainstream representations, OTHERWISE fosters a cinematic discourse that empowers and enlightens. It is a nexus where messages, expressions, and reflections converge to offer alternative interpretations of reality—an "OTHERWISE" perspective that critiques and expands upon dominant paradigms.
Mission
The OTHERWISE film festival is dedicated to expanding reflections, representations, and discourses in mainstream media by championing the creative processes of artists and filmmakers. Through a global perspective, we celebrate diverse narratives that challenge conventional norms, offering alternative interpretations and enriching cultural discourse. By fostering local and international networks, we cultivate relationships built on respect, honesty, and reciprocity. Our mission is to provide a platform where marginalized voices thrive, creating impactful dialogues that transcend borders and inspire transformative change in the fields of Media, Film, and Arts.
Community Values
Otherwise Film Festival respects the integrity and intention of the artists, and supports the artistic visions and perspectives of artists working in the media arts. Otherwise pays special attention to community consent and accountability regarding the visual representations in the films. Acknowledgements and compliance with cultural protocols are at the center of fostering good relationships among each other.
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Festival Organizers
Luciana Marcos Laberge, MFA, Program Coordinator Latin American Studies & International Institute
Paolo Zuniga, MFA, Media Production Specialist Visual Arts Department
Cambria Herrera, MFA, Outreach Coordinator Latin American Studies & Sociology Department
In collaboration with
Juan Pablo Pardo-Guerra, Ph.D., Director Latin American Studies & International Institute, Professor Sociology Department
Michael Triglio, MFA, Director Suraj Israni Cinematic Center, Professor Visual Arts Department
Albert Agbayani, Assistant Director of Artistic Planning and Outreach, Art Power
Manuel Carrion-Lira, Ph.D. Candidate Literature Department
Jessica D'Elena-Tweed, MFA, Professor Visual Arts Department
Lorena Mostajo, MFA, Professor Visual Arts Department
Alexander Fattal, Ph.D., Professor Communication Department
Ignacio Carvajal, Ph.D., Professor Literature Department
With Support from
Suraj Israni Cinematic Center
The Loft
Art Power
School of Social Science
International Institute
Visual Arts Department
Latin American Studies
Geisel Library
Black Studies Project
RAZA Resource Centro
Intertribal Resource Center
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