

ECW EXCLUSIVE: Indie Filmmakers Share Their Secrets With The Wire
Vega Montañez’s journey into indie filmmaking was never a deliberate pursuit but rather a natural progression from his passion for storytelling. He views independent cinema as a crucial phase in a filmmaker’s career rather than the final destination.

Vega Montañez talks Burden of Nine Lives and Breaking Hollywood's Rules on Encuetras Your Voice
Montañez reveals his creative journey, sharing how "The Burden of Nine Lives" evolved from a conventional action screenplay into a groundbreaking narrative exploring Latino family dynamics, community bonds, and authentic representation. This transformation showcases how independent Latino filmmakers are reshaping Hollywood's approach to diverse storytelling.

What Is “Latino”?
Latino’s are Everywhere! But to be Latino means to represent the culture and experience of the countries that collectively represent modern Latin America.