ECNETNews is excited to announce the release of the exclusive trailer for Becoming Vera, a captivating coming-of-age music drama centered around a Latin Jazz piano prodigy’s journey in the music industry. After its world premiere at Cinequest, the film will also screen at the upcoming Miami International Film Festival on April 5, 2025.
The film follows an 18-year-old pianist named Vera, who is deeply passionate about Latin Jazz. After landing a freelance job at a music studio, Vera seizes the chance to showcase her talent to Hector, the studio owner. While he recognizes her skill, he is also an unscrupulous producer who seeks to exploit her dreams for personal gain, eventually stealing her original compositions.
Vera must confront her insecurities and doubts as she navigates the competitive music landscape. Through perseverance, resilience, and the unwavering support of her friends, she embarks on a final journey of self-discovery, ultimately finding her voice and securing her future within the vibrant world of Latin Jazz.
What to Expect in the Becoming Vera Trailer
The trailer introduces newcomer Raquel Lebish in the role of the aspiring teen pianist, showcasing the obstacles she must overcome on her path to realizing her dreams in Latin Jazz. The cast also includes Gabriel Diehl as Hector, Nicolas Pozo as Jake, Mikaela Monet as Ellen Rivera, Brandon Williams as Daniel, and Phillip Andre Botello as Ariel.
Becoming Vera marks the feature-length directorial debut of Sergio Vizuete, who also takes on editing duties. The film features cinematography by Arturo Vasquez and is executive produced by Mary Aloe and Vince Jolivette, with Yuchuan Cao and Jiarui Guo as producers.
