“JULIA VIVE” (“Julia LIVES”) is a feature-length dramatic documentary. Our film harmonizes the narrative lyricism of fiction with the informative lineament of the documentary genre… a joyous artistic convergence that honors the life, work & legacy of the iconic Puerto Rican poet & patriot JULIA DE BURGOS (1914-1953), combining educational & drama segments, nurtured by the historical & socio-political contexts of her life in Cuba & New York from 1939 until her untimely death in 1953.

Our film’s documentary thread is fueled by elements of Julia de Burgos’ brief -but intense- life and her posthumous fame, validated by well-documented interviews with important international academic & cultural experts on her legacy, supported by abundant archival photos & footage from 1920s – 1950s Puerto Rico, Cuba & NYC. The interviews convey rapport with our diverse scholars, using locations and ambiance that help express each person’s admiration & deep knowledge of Julia’s footprint.

They are enriched by well-crafted 1930-50’s fiction re-enactments of Julia’s life that portray her intense spirit, sensibility, passions and –of course- the splendor of her poetic work, featuring a talented cast, meticulous period styling & production values that proudly honor her legacy. We are very honored and grateful by the generous & enthusiastic support of Julia de Burgos’ family to our film!