Ileana Cabra

A musical look at the invaluable contribution made by women to Puerto Rican music.

"And Still the Seed" is a short film shot in Puerto Rico across three different ecosystems. It narrates the story of various trees and highlights aspects of the island's deforestation. The film also features a contemporary woman working diligently to preserve and care for the seeds of endangered species. This juxtaposition provides a powerful commentary on the island's environmental challenges and the ongoing efforts to combat them. The film invites viewers to witness the delicate balance between destruction and preservation in Puerto Rico's natural landscape.

Ramón Rivera Moret remembers Puerto Rico at a utopian moment through the films produced in rural communities in the 1950s and 60s by the Film Unit of the Division of Community Education alongside stories from his own family.