DIRECTING WORK

Angelita's narrative work explores family, survival, and the weight of the past through a blend of suspense, horror, and thriller elements. Defined by psychological depth, immersive tension, and bold visual style, her films create unsettling worlds where the ordinary turns ominous. She crafts character-driven stories where the supernatural collides with reality, emotions simmer beneath the surface, and every choice carries weight, leaving a lasting sense of unease.

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The Blue Drum

A short horror drama about grief and family secrets. The day of her father’s funeral, a grieving woman is haunted by sounds coming deep within the house, forcing her to uncover a hidden secret and question who her loved ones really are.

The Blue Drum is currently streaming on Netflix. The production was made possible by NALIP’s Women of Color Incubator sponsored by Netflix.

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Great America

A border vigilante, who detains people crossing illegally at the U.S./Mexico border, is faced with a difficult choice when an immigrant and his daughter break into his house. Official Selection at Urbanworld Film Festival, Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival, Official Latino Film Festival, Manchester Film Festival, New York Latino Film Festival, Chelsea Film Festival, Finalist for HBO’s Latino HBO Max Latino Short Film Competition. Winner: Best Cinematography at Female Voices Rock.

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The Last Light

A young girl discovers a boy tied up in an abandoned house on her family’s land, unaware of the danger she’s about to unleash. Licensed by Cine Sony and several other streaming services with audiences worldwide. Official Selection at New York Film Festival, Fantasia, Film Quest, Morbido Film Festival, and at the Marché du Film at the Cannes Film festival. Winner Best Director at Female Voices Rock.