29 Sep 2007
The Nun
After Marta had decided to become a nun at a young age, filmmaker Maud Nycander followed her and her family for ten years.
Cocolos y Rockeros
This documentary examines the musical tastes of Puerto Rico's youth. The terms "cocolos" refers to those who prefer salsa music, and "rockeros" to those who prefer rock music. Through interviews and an array of musical settings, the film explores the young people's feelings in a humorist yet serious manner, bringing to the forefront issues of biases and national identity inherent in this innocent yet very powerful form of social entertainment.
Top Billed Cast
Gilberto Santa Rosa Eddie Palmieri El Gran Combo Cheo Feliciano 
José Nogueras Self
Danny Rivera Self
Chucho Avellanet Self
Ismael Miranda Self
Tite Curet Alonso Self
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