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DAMON LAGUNA
FILMMAKER
SWEET POTATOES
SHORT FILM | 2020 | 30 mins
1951, Mexico City. After synthesizing the main component of the contraceptive pill, young scientist Luis Miramontes deals with the religious and personal consequences of his groundbreaking invention.
Produced by Damon Laguna and Andrea Porras Madero
Written & Directed by Rommel Villa
FESTIVALS & AWARDS
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Production Award - Winner, 2018
Student Academy Awards - Winner, 2020
LA Shorts International Film Festival - Official Selection, 2020
HollyShorts Film Festival - Official Selection, 2020
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