SŪKŪJULA TEI’ (Stories of My Mother) Virtual Film Screening & Conversation with David Hernández Palmar

Join us for a virtual screening of SŪKŪJULA TEI’ (Stories of My Mother), a powerful and intimate film by Wayuu filmmaker David Hernández Palmar. Rooted in Wayuu memory and oral tradition, the film weaves together personal narrative, maternal legacy, and cultural continuity, offering a moving reflection on identity, territory, and belonging.

Following the screening, participate in a live discussion with the filmmaker, who will share insights into the creative process behind the film, the importance of Indigenous storytelling, and the film’s cultural significance.

David Hernández Palmar is a Wayuu filmmaker, cultural advocate, and communicator from the Guajira region of Venezuela. His work centers on Indigenous identity, memory, territory, and language, with a strong commitment to visual storytelling as a tool for cultural preservation and self-representation.