Directed by: Javier Cataño-Gonzalez
Country of Origin: Australia
Runtime: 14:48
Colombian dancer Wendy Nedd embarks on a journey where movement becomes both refuge and revelation. Alongside fellow immigrants in Melbourne’s Latin American and Hispanic Rainbow Community, she finds strength in dance, embraces her queer identity, and shares her heritage on the stage of Victoria’s Pride Street Party.
Director Biography – Javier Cataño-Gonzalez
Javier Cataño-Gonzalez is an award-winning filmmaker with a deep love for storytelling and human connection. Born and raised in Bogotá, Colombia, he discovered early on that film could capture emotions words often cannot. After immigrating to Australia and making Melbourne his home, he found new perspectives that shaped his artistic voice. His work reflects themes close to his heart—identity, belonging, and resilience—often exploring LGBTQIA+ stories, immigration, and cultural diversity. As both an observer and a participant in these narratives, Javier brings a sense of intimacy and honesty to his films, creating spaces where voices can be seen, heard, and felt.
He recently won the award at the Melbourne International Queer Festival 2024 for Best Australian Documentary Short with Dance with Pride – A Journey of Identity through Movement.