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Comuna 13 Art Revolucion

Comuna 13 Art Revolucion" is a powerful and inspiring film that explores how dancing, art and music helped to transform one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in the world into a vibrant and safe community.

Through stunning visuals and captivating interviews, "Comuna 13" takes viewers on a journey through the streets of Medellin, Colombia, where violence and poverty once reigned supreme. The documentary shows how local dancers, artists, and musicians came together to create a cultural love revolution that transformed the neighborhood and brought hope to its residents.

  • Mel Andre
    Director
    Lesbians We Do Exist
  • Mel Andre
    Writer
    Hands up Knees Down
  • Mel Andre
    Producer
    Dia De Los Niño
  • Johanna Freda
    Producer
    Chats with Spirit
  • Marie Claire Killick
    Producer
  • Alain M Andre
    Producer
  • Sergio Candmil
    Key Cast
  • Ivan Gonzalez
    Key Cast
  • Daniel “Rivers”
    Key Cast
  • Michael “Roxon”
    Key Cast
  • Moises Ramirez
    Key Cast
  • Domingo Araque
    Key Cast
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Comuna 13 Art Revolucion
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    13 minutes 45 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 25, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    Colombia
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Mel Andre

Mel Andre is a Queer documentarian and Director of Haitian Dominican Cuban Roots who believes in giving people a voice. Mel's Documentaries are a way for people to share their stories. Their documentaries focus on LGBTQ issues, social justice, spirituality, culture, etc.

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Director Statement

"I directed the documentary 'Comuna 13 Art Revolución' to showcase how art can transform a community. Comuna 13 was once considered one of the worst neighborhoods in the world. But through the efforts of local artists and a resilient community, it has been transformed into a peaceful and vibrant comuna.

After decades of violence and pain, the community decided to turn their pain into hope, and their hope shows through the paintings, murals, dance, and music.

When you visit Medellin as a tourist and ride the escalators up the hills, you can see the artists painting, rappers battling in the street, and dancers spinning on their heads. But what you may not realize is how important these activities are and how they saved a community that was once filled with death.

I wanted to bring that story to light. Through the documentary, I hope to move audiences with the resilience and strength of the artists and their community." -Mel Andre