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Down to Earth: Philadelphia Filmmakers Tackle Environmental Injustice
“The power to make the shifts that we need starts with each of us and starts right where you are.” - Jendaiya Hill, filmmaker and activist.
Gabe Castro
Aug 22, 20248 min read


A Space of Our Own: Queer Filmmakers are Seeking a Creative Oasis
cinéSPEAK spoke with two local queer filmmakers seeking and building community in Philly.
Gabe Castro
Jun 20, 20247 min read


Under the Stars Opening Night: Inspiring Reflections on Youth, Activism, and Education
cinéSPEAK’s annual Under the Stars screening series promises to ignite discussions on empowerment, activism, education, and inclusivity.
Gabe Castro
May 21, 20244 min read


SEPTA’s Urban Canvas: Elevating Commuter Experiences Through Artistic Collaborations
Drawing from her immigrant experiences, media artist Anula Shetty aimed to bridge the connection between SEPTA workers and commuters.
Gabe Castro
Mar 12, 20247 min read


How Creative Media Uplifts and Informs Community Voices in the Midst of the Gun Violence Epidemic
In the midst of pain and uncertainty, key community members, government officials, and media makers have found strength in media making.
Gabe Castro
Dec 5, 20238 min read


Our Roots Are Already Too Deep: Fighting Systemic Erasure in Chinatown and Hòa Bình Plaza with Storytelling and People Power
While Philadelphia’s Asian communities are facing the threat of erasure, organizers and community leaders unite to fight.
Gabe Castro
Aug 17, 202311 min read


12th Annual BlackStar Film Festival Reflects the Power of Accessibility and Community
The 12th annual BlackStar Film Festival, dedicated to uplifting visionary Black, Brown, and Indigenous media creators, returns.
Gabe Castro
Jul 25, 20235 min read


The 12th Annual Philadelphia Latino Film Festival is a Six-Week Ambitious Adventure in the City
The Philadelphia Latino Film Festival returns for its 12th year, transformed and full of potential.
Gabe Castro
May 25, 20233 min read


Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival is back, telling us there’s no one way for Asian American filmmakers to tell stories
by Gabe Castro for the Philadelphia Inquirer on November 3rd, 2022 The Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival is returning for its...
Gabe Castro
Nov 7, 20223 min read


Ayoka’s Rainbow: Her Colorful Tale of Womanhood 30 Years Later
A matriarchal tale of womanhood, art, and love, Alma’s Rainbow showcases Black joy and sisterhood through laughter and drama.
Gabe Castro
Sep 15, 20225 min read


The Purge: The Evolution into Revolutionary Horror
For nearly a decade, the fictional murderous release known as the Purge has been a part of our cinematic landscape.
Gabe Castro
Sep 16, 20217 min read


The Kilomba Collective fights for Afrolatinx representation
“When a black woman moves, the whole structure of society moves with her.”
Gabe Castro
Sep 14, 20214 min read


The Virtual Evolution of Burlesque in Philadelphia
Philly has always had a vivid and unique burlesque community with shows taking place all throughout the city and ranging across genres.
Gabe Castro
Jul 19, 20214 min read


Knocking Examines the Horrors of Gaslighting and Vulnerability in Mental Illness
‘Knocking’ Examines the Horrors of Gaslighting and Vulnerability in Mental Illness
Gabe Castro
Mar 18, 20215 min read

CENSOR Critiques the Validity of Censorship While Exploring the Impact of the Video Nasty
Prano Bailey-Bond’s CENSOR seeks to explore what happens to the frail but dedicated minds.
Gabe Castro
Mar 5, 20213 min read

HOW IT ENDS Explores Freedom From Society’s Expectation When Tomorrow Isn't Promised
The horror landscape is shifting, as it does, to offer a cathartic tool to cope with our frightening realities.
Gabe Castro
Mar 5, 20214 min read


150 Films Too Many: Rape Revenge Horror is as Exhausted as Womxn Are
Horror is a genre that has had a duplicitous relationship with most marginalized groups, including womxn.
Gabe Castro
Oct 30, 20207 min read
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