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OCTOBER 16, 2025
OCTOBER 16, 2025
OCTOBER 16, 2025
Presented by Conch Shell Productions in partnership with York College Performing & Fine Arts Department
Join us for an unforgettable evening of bold, pandemic-era cinema. Both films were created virtually during the height of COVID-19 using Zoom—yet they feature dynamic action shots and striking graphics that prove the power of storytellin
Presented by Conch Shell Productions in partnership with York College Performing & Fine Arts Department
Join us for an unforgettable evening of bold, pandemic-era cinema. Both films were created virtually during the height of COVID-19 using Zoom—yet they feature dynamic action shots and striking graphics that prove the power of storytelling is unstoppable.
📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025
5:00–7:30 PM Film Screening + Q&A
York College, CUNY
Academic Core Building
RM 3D-01
94-20 Guy R. Brewer Blvd.
Jamaica, NY
Featured Films:
AFTERSHOCKS: A TETRALOGY OF OUR TIMES
written by Magaly Colimon-Christopher (Haitian heritage) & Juan Ramírez Jr. (Puerto Rican heritage); directed by Teisha Duncan (Jamaican heritage) & Pat Golden
A four-part cinematic narrative journey exploring how Caribbean and Caribbean-American communities navigate the “aftershocks” of COVID-19 pandemic—through resilience, imagination, love, laughter and hope.
(English w/Spanish subtitles)
ENTRE PUERTO RICO Y RICHMOND: WOMEN IN RESISTANCE SHALL NOT BE MOVED
written & directed by Alicia Díaz (Puerto Rican heritage)
Filmed in a historic tobacco warehouse, this bilingual dance film honors Black female stemmers and Puerto Rican anti-colonial activists as icons of resistance.
(Spanish w/English subtitles)
RISE UP
written & directed by Grace Stelk (Surinamese heritage)
A bird faces the centuries-old struggle for freedom while fighting for survival.
(Dutch w/English subtitles)
THE JILL OF THE TRADE
written & directed by Charysse Tia Harper (Trinidadian heritage)
A documentary that introduces five women who share their experiences of success and hardship in male-dominated professions, including one of the few female mayors in Afghanistan.
(Various languages w/English subtitles)
Following the screenings, stay for a live Q&A.
FREE Admission
RSVP required to enter the college venue.
LIMITED STREET PARKING AVAILABLE.
Parking is available in York College's parking lot across from the venue for $10.
OCTOBER 17, 2025
OCTOBER 16, 2025
OCTOBER 16, 2025
Presented by Conch Shell Productions in partnership with King Manor Museum
Join us for an unforgettable evening of film, history, and community! Experience bold, thought-provoking short films by Caribbean heritage filmmakers exploring themes of identity, resilience, and heritage.
Friday, October 17, 2025
4:00 PM Tour of King Manor Museu
Presented by Conch Shell Productions in partnership with King Manor Museum
Join us for an unforgettable evening of film, history, and community! Experience bold, thought-provoking short films by Caribbean heritage filmmakers exploring themes of identity, resilience, and heritage.
Friday, October 17, 2025
4:00 PM Tour of King Manor Museum's Jamaica|Jamaica Exhibit
5:00–7:00 PM Film Screening + Q&A
King Manor Museum,
150-03 Jamaica Avenue
Jamaica, NY
LOKO
written & directed by Angelina Villapiano (Puerto Rican)
A modern Latina city girl goes to extreme lengths to connect to her Indigenous island heritage.
SWEET RIND
written by JR Roache (Jamaican)
A tactically elite pastor’s daughter struggles with forgiving her sister’s killer while she delivers her brand of justice in her father’s unfinished church basement in Kingston, Jamaica.
I MARRIED A BLACK REPUBLICAN
written by Magaly Colimon-Christopher (Haitian heritage) directed by Pat Golden
It's November 3rd, 2020: As the nation waits to find out who will be the next president of the United States, Grace, a staunch Bajan American Democrat seeks her brother’s guidance as she struggles with the realization that her new groom is secretly - a Republican!
SINS OF THE FATHER
written & directed by Azriel Bahahoor (Trinidadian)
A priest has his devotion put to the test as he listens to the confession of an ex-convict, one who was incarcerated at a prison he visited years ago.
September 18, 2025
September 18, 2025
September 18, 2025
About the films:
NOISY - a short film by
Dominican filmmaker Cedric Hill
Amid a chaotic subway delay, a lonely commuter discovers unexpected intimacy with a deaf woman—through silence, signs, and stillness.
VICTORINE – A short film by
Haitian American filmmaker Lunise Cerine
On the one year anniversary of her mother's passing a Haitian Americ
About the films:
NOISY - a short film by
Dominican filmmaker Cedric Hill
Amid a chaotic subway delay, a lonely commuter discovers unexpected intimacy with a deaf woman—through silence, signs, and stillness.
VICTORINE – A short film by
Haitian American filmmaker Lunise Cerine
On the one year anniversary of her mother's passing a Haitian American dancer claims her place in a long line of powerful women.
(Haitian Creole w/English Subtitles)
SEE YOU YESTERDAY – A short film by
Guyanese American Stefon Bristol
Two Brooklyn teenage science prodigies who build make-shift time machines to stop one's brother from being wrongfully killed by a police officer.
RAICES - A short documentatry film by
Puerto Rican filmmaker Misael Martinez
Puerto Rico confronts its reliance on imports—"Raíces" follows the grassroots fight for food sovereignty and self-determination.
(Spanish w/English Subtitles)
FUEGO - A short film by
Puerto Rican filmmaker Edwin FrankO
On New Year’s Eve, a drifting bartender reflects on his late father’s passion for salsa and storytelling—unwinding a tale of legacy, regret, and rediscovery as he searches for the fire within.
Film screening followed by a live audience Q&A with filmmakers and actors.
✨ Featured Films & Artists:
Noisy — Cedric Hill
See You Yesterday — Stefon Bristol
Fuego — Marc Reign (Puerto Rican heritage actor), multidisciplinary artist and storyteller
Q&A Moderator:
C. Truth — Haitian heritage media personality, co-host of Thermal Soundwaves, and longtime CSIFF collaborator.
June 22, 2025
September 18, 2025
September 18, 2025
About the films:
FAB 4 & THE SILENT RETREAT – A Short Film by Jamaican Diane De La Haye
Four spirited Caribbean women in their 40s—Diane, June, Rose, and Josie—embark on a journey to Nepal for a silent retreat, seeking peace and reflection. What unfolds is a heartfelt exploration of friendship, aging, and the unspoken challenges women face
About the films:
FAB 4 & THE SILENT RETREAT – A Short Film by Jamaican Diane De La Haye
Four spirited Caribbean women in their 40s—Diane, June, Rose, and Josie—embark on a journey to Nepal for a silent retreat, seeking peace and reflection. What unfolds is a heartfelt exploration of friendship, aging, and the unspoken challenges women face. This award-winning short film, directed by Peter Sagnia and shot in St. Maarten, is inspired by real-life experiences and showcases the strength of sisterhood.
MADAN SARA – A Documentary by
Haitian filmmaker Etant Dupain
Madan Sara is a powerful documentary that shines a light on the resilient Haitian women who form the backbone of Haiti's informal economy. These women, known as Madan Sara, work tirelessly to buy, distribute, and sell food and other essentials in markets throughout the country. Despite facing intense hardship, social stigma, and a lack of government support, their efforts ensure a better life for generations to come.
UNSPOKEN – A Short Film by
Jamaican filmmaker Danae Grandison
Set against the backdrop of Kingston, Jamaica, Unspoken delves into the intertwined lives of two women—Caroline, a pregnant wife, and Icy, the live-in help. Bound by duty and burdened by unspoken truths, their relationship unravels amidst societal expectations and personal betrayals.
Adapted from Jennifer Grahame’s novel The Bed Head, this 12-minute drama explores themes of classism, gender dynamics, and the silent struggles many women endure.
Conch Shell International Film Fest Partners with 284xff
Conch Shell International Film Fest (CSIFF) is proud to announce our official partnership with the 284 Excellence Film Festival (284XFF) — an exciting new cinematic celebration presented by the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC). This inaugural festival will take place October 30 – November 2, 2025, in Tortola, BVI.
284XFF is a groundbreaking initiative that bridges the worlds of Caribbean literature and global cinema. With the theme “Caribbean Literature in Motion: Caribbean Stories Reimagined,” the festival challenges filmmakers to adapt literary works by Caribbean authors into short cinematic stories — spotlighting the region’s rich cultural heritage and diverse voices.
Festival Highlights:
- 📚 Adaptations of Caribbean literary works from across the region and diaspora
- 🌍 International film competitions with categories for youth, students, and professionals
- 🤝 Panels, workshops, and networking events designed to foster artistic collaboration
- 🎞️ Special screenings, including out-of-competition showcases of outstanding work
- 🏝️ Hosted in the breathtaking setting of the British Virgin Islands
As a festival dedicated to elevating bold, original storytelling from Caribbean and Caribbean Diaspora filmmakers, CSIFF is honored to support this initiative that centers authentic Caribbean narratives and expands the global reach of our storytellers.
For full details, visit: www.284excellencefilmfestival.com
This partnership embodies our shared mission: to amplify the voices of underrepresented Caribbean heritage artists, inspire transformation through storytelling, and build a stronger global platform for Caribbean creatives.