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Becoming Vera

Becoming Vera

A young pianist battles poverty and her own insecurities to find a future in the world of Latin Jazz.

2025•1h 27m
DramaMusic

In Miami, 18-year-old pianist Vera, a foster child aging out of the system, struggles to pursue her passion for Latin Jazz amidst poverty and exploitation. After landing a freelance job painting a music studio, she impresses Hector, the studio owner and music producer, who offers her a chance to compose. However, Hector exploits her talent, stealing her composition for his own gain. Faced with betrayal and self-doubt, Vera almost gives up her dream. But with determination and the support of friends, she finds her voice and takes one final step toward a future in Latin Jazz, proving that anything is possible with resilience and self-belief.

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Production

Cascabel Films, Incandescent Films

Language

EN

Status

Released

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Cast

Raquel Lebish

Vera

Gabriel Diehl

Hector

Nicolas Pozo

Jake

Mikaela Monet

Ellen

Brandon Williams

Daniel

Phillip Andre Botello

Phillip Andre Botello

Ariel

Stuart G Murphy

Stuart G Murphy

Anton

Victoria Fraunberger

Young Lady

JD Driskill

Landlord

Lonnie Jackson

Old Man

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