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Sisa Bueno

Sisa Bueno is an American director and cinematographer from New York City whose work explores the ripple effects of social and historical forces on individuals and communities. She studied film production and interactive technologies at the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. Her feature documentary For Venida, For Kalief premiered in the U.S. Documentary Competition at the 2025 Trib…

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For Venida, for Kalief

For Venida, for Kalief · 2025

For Venida, for Kalief

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Kalief Browder’s story unfolds in full when his life, and that of his mother, Venida Brodnax Browder, are tragically derailed by years of malintent from the justice system. Venida’s poems serve as a guiding thread through this emotional journey, blending archival footage and contemporary political movements to honor the Browder family’s powerful legacy, both within their community and beyond.

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For Venida, for Kalief

For Venida, for Kalief · 2025

For Venida, for Kalief

MovieDocumentary

Kalief Browder’s story unfolds in full when his life, and that of his mother, Venida Brodnax Browder, are tragically derailed by years of malintent from the justice system. Venida’s poems serve as a guiding thread through this emotional journey, blending archival footage and contemporary political movements to honor the Browder family’s powerful legacy, both within their community and beyond.

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The home for the world's boldest contemporary filmmakers, celebrating intriguing personal stories that spark conversation and inspire action.

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