Juan Malaver
FILM PORTFOLIO
Mi Amigo Benjy
This documentary is based on the story of Diego, a Guatemalan immigrant who faces injustice upon arrival in the USA. Deportations, family separation and many more barriers are some of the problems that Diego experienced at a young age while looking for a better future, far from his home. Watch it and learn about his story and the value of a friendship.
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*Directed & Edited by: Juan Malaver - Camera Operator: Alex Silverstein
Produced by : Gary Jimenez & Juan Malaver - Field Sound: Ryan Levey
Firebrand District
In a small town, many people have been mysteriously disappearing. Cal and his group of friends decide to break the curfew and go out to investigate who is behind all this. This short narrative film was created at our filmmaking seminar at SUNY New Paltz. We hope you enjoy watching it.
*Directed by: Bryan Kaplan - DP: Juan Malaver
Producer: Amanada Giladi - Sound: Skye Zagorski
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Haus Of Peculiar, Episode 1
For this short docuseries we are based in New Paltz, NY. Watch it and meet Victoria Precise, mother of the 'Haus of Peculiar,' a group of drag queens who help build community in town and bring entertainment through their unique and eye-catching art. Learn more about their lives, how they connect, and their experiences as people with a style and personality that stands out from the norm.
*Directed & Edited by: Ian Pyle - Produced & Camera Operated by: Juan Malaver
Haus Of Peculiar, Episode 2
People asked for more! Ian Pyle and I gave one more. For this episode we dive into the life of Katarina Mirage. Passionate about art and acting, Katarina found the perfect balance in Drag to show her inspiration and admiration for characters like Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga. Discover how she exposes the ways in which a queer person can excel and demonstrate her talent.
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*Directed & Edited by: Ian Pyle - Produced & Camera Operated by: Juan Malaver
Teaser -Haus of Peculiar, TESS
Did you want more? Get a load of Tess and stay tuned! This self-described loud, funny and cute drag queen of Brazilian descent has more to tell.
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*Captured, Created and Edited by: Juan Malaver