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Mariana Belaval: Writing from Puerto Rico to Reach the World

Updated Jul 13, 2026 · via El Nuevo Día

At 24 years old, Mariana S. Belaval speaks about film with the same naturalness as she recalls the books that filled her home or the first stories she wrote as a child.

Her passion has taken her to important stages such as the Tribeca Film Festival and the Young Lions Cannes, accompanied by the stories of her beloved Puerto Rico. Belaval's work is a reflection of her roots and her love for the island, which she showcases through her writing.