Participatory filmmaking for everyone.



                             Since 2010 

Project Founder and Director

Llaima Sanfiorenzo 

" I do what I love, I love what I do"


        Llaima Suwani, a dedicated filmmaker, has developed a unique methodology combining self-knowledge and short film production. Driven by a passion for truth and authenticity, she ensures each frame reflects respect and integrity. Over 14 years, Llaima has traveled the globe, guiding participants through transformative workshops that unlock deep insights into their identities and aspirations.

        Her approach is not limited to aspiring filmmakers; it's accessible to anyone seeking self-discovery and personal growth. Llaima believes self-knowledge is essential for empowerment and fulfillment, and her workshops act as catalysts for individuals from all walks of life to realize their full potential.

        As a director, Llaima works over storytelling, ecosystems and life in earth. 

Puerto Rico 2014-2020


2018. Bayamon Women Prison

"ALAS" Lola Award, Honorable Mention Philadelphia Film Festival 2020. 

"Las Caras de Matria" 10 films

WIPR, 2016

"Loíza Mía", 5 films 

2018, Aftermath of Hurricane María in Loíza


Co-directed with Margaret Mair

"Mi niñez en Vieques" Still

"Mi niñez en Vieques" 5 Films 

Boys and Girls Club. Puerto Rico 

Co-directed with Margaret Mair

Saharahui Refugee Camps, 2012

Project Title: Sahara Film School 

Students: 17, Films made 17


Original language: Hasanie


Subtitles: 4/17 to spanish




The Film School in Sáhara offers aspiring filmmakers immersive training in storytelling, emphasizing cultural heritage, environmental awareness, and artistic expression within the context of refugee resistance.

Berlin 2010- 2014

Project Title: "Queer and Beyond" 

Duration: 42:09

Participants: 6 , Films: 6

2013, Queer Film Festival, Paris

2013, Queer Film Festival Amsterdam


Project Director: Llaima Sanfiorenzo

Co-director: Simone Paetau

Production by: Ballhaus Naunystrasse

Year: 2012, Berlin- Germany. 

Still of a shortfilm. 

Johannes Peters, sound posproduction

Oficial Crew Member of THE SELF PORTRAIT FACTORY

Project Title: "Refugee, Strike and Beyond"

Duration: 51:00

Participants: 5, Films: 5

Film Release at Ballhaus Naunystrasse Teather

Colombia 2011

Production: Laboratorio Público, Bogotá & María Mulata Lectora, Biblioteca en Rincón del Mar. 

Carmen Pacheco y Rocío López 

Project Director: Llaima Sanfiorenzo 


Project title: "Mi Rincon" 

Duration: 45:00

Participants 12, Films 12

1st Prize at Bogotá Youth Film Festival, 2012