Festival Visions, now in its third year, is a series that shines a light on films discovered this year in regional film festivals across the US. We’re excited to present these exceptional titles that are currently without distribution and deserve to be seen by a wider audience.

You’re invited to join us for an online screening of Oneyda, followed by a pre-recorded conversation with director Yulian Martínez-Escobar, moderated by Joi Tribble (Shorts Program Director, Sidewalk Film Festival).

Oneyda was selected for Festival Visions in partnership with the Sidewalk Film Festival and will screen alongside To a Land Unknown. (Remember, no need to register for both of these titles – as long as you register for one film, you’ll be able to see both.)
 
Oneyda is a single mom from Guatemala working in construction and electrical services. She is raising two teenage girls in South Carolina and building a new life for herself and her family after surviving a chapter filled with violence and economic instability. Despite the challenges that come with being an undocumented immigrant, Oneyda has embraced the various gender roles in her life as she works day after day in a high-risk, traditionally male work environment.

 
2025, 14 minutes, color | Director Yulian Martínez-Escobar | Produced by Seth Gadsden, Amada Torruella
 

Registration Information

Film Independent Members and the general public can register for this event starting at 1:00 pm PT on Wednesday, September 17. | Registration is free; one registration per individual.

Arts Circle and Film Lover Members are guaranteed access to this event; email membership@filmindependent.org for more information.
 

How to Watch

On the first day of screening availability, registrants (and guests, when applicable) will be emailed a secure link by our partner Vision Media to watch this title in the Film Independent Presents Online Screening Room.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.
 

Online Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible to ensure access. Links are watermarked, nontransferable and may only be used by the individual who completed the registration. Limit one link per individual, per event.

Registrants are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership/access to future events.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.