El Altar De Soledad
Prayer For the Lonely Felix Martiz Director
Short bilingual film in English and Spanish.
"Laura" is a woman who has dedicated her life to leading
group prayers known as 'Novenarios'. A dying tradition in the Latino community
for families who have lost someone. She recently found herself questioning
her faith in people and in prayer. her priest and friend "Father Daniel" asks
her to look after an orphan girl "Blanca" for a day. Reluctantly she agrees and
the child helps Laura remember the importance of prayer and the power of
believing in someone.
The film received two awards at the "Official Latino Short
Film Festival" in Oct 19, 2015.
1st Place Runner Up and Best Actress.
Pictured with 'Father Daniel' played by James M. Garren