Las Cosas Que Brillan

Las Cosas Que Brillan isn’t just a film—it’s a love letter to the Trans Latinx community. ⁠ Featuring a story of resilience, self-discovery, and hope, this film gives a voice to stories that deserve to be seen and heard.⁠

In this film by Sotomayor Productions, a curious young mermaid defies her mother’s warnings and ventures to the surface, only to discover the danger that lies above after a violent encounter with a conquistador.

Audio description written by Cheryl Green. Narrated by Nefertiti Matos Olivares. Blind QC by Robert Kingett. Audio editing by Thomas Reid.

By Cheryl

An access artist focused on creative, culturally-responsive captions and audio description, podcaster, and filmmaker. 2017 AIR New Voices Scholar, 2020 DOC NYC New Leader, Rockwood Leadership Institute Documentary Fellow 2023, Member at New Day Films since 2016.