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Diverse Storytellers Empowered: Mitú and Walmart's Filmmaking Initiative
15 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Latino filmmakers receive resources, training, and $10,000 equipment kits
- Four short films premiering at Miami Short Film Festival in November 2025
- Mentorship program fosters community and support for underrepresented creators
In November 2025, the Mitú | Walmart Filmmaker Mentorship Program will celebrate a significant milestone as four short films produced by its latest cohort of participants premiere at the Miami Short Film Festival. The program, now in its third year, continues to spotlight emerging Latino filmmakers and equip them with the tools and support needed to bring their stories to life.
This season's participants - Glenís Hunter, Eric Armando Ibarra, Stephanie Osuna-Hernandez, and Sophia Costanzo - each received a $10,000 Walmart equipment kit to aid in the production of their original short films, ranging from 5 to 10 minutes in length. The enhanced 11-week accelerated format offered hands-on training, access to Mitú Studios, and guidance from Emmy-winning director Oz Rodriguez.
