Celebrating the cinematic voices of Central America.
Join us in Hempstead for the New York Central American Film Festival International. Discover stories, meet filmmakers, and experience unique works.
Celebrating Central American Cinema in New York
The New York Central American Film Festival International (NY CAFFEIN) is a first-of-its-kind event celebrating the voices, stories, and cinematic works of Central American filmmakers.
Founded by Huevos Indios Productions (HIPRODS) with the collaboration of 8MM Productions, Sanbel Creative, and New York Soccer Latin Academy (NYSLA), we bring bold, poetic storytelling to the international stage.
Global Cinema Voices
Showcasing unique stories from Central American filmmakers.
Cultural Exchange
Connecting creators across borders in Hempstead, NY.
Artistic Integrity
Celebrating authentic cinematic works and vision.
Hempstead, NY
October 8–9, 2026 • nycaffein@proton.me
Stories that define our cinematic voice.
Discover the curated selection of films, documentaries, and shorts from Central American creators at NYCAFFEIN.
Voices of the Isthmus
Documentary feature exploring regional identity
"A journey through the heart of Central American landscapes and resilience."
Urban Echoes
Short film capturing city life in San Salvador
"The rhythm of the streets, the pulse of the people, the soul of the city."
Mountain Shadows
Dramatic narrative on family and heritage
"Where the mountains meet the sky, secrets of the past begin to surface."
Solar Rhythms
Experimental visual storytelling
"Light, shadow, and the movement of time in the Central American sun."
Explore the full festival program.
View full programGlobal Voices & Cinematic Partners
Celebrating the stories of Central American filmmakers through our dedicated international production and creative network.
Huevos Indios
Founding Production
8MM Productions
El Salvador Partner
Sanbel Creative
Canada Collaborator
NYSLA
Academy Partner
Join us in Hempstead, NY, October 8–9, 2026.
Contact us at nycaffein@proton.me for partnership inquiries.
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Join us in Hempstead for the New York Central American Film Festival International. Celebrate the voices and stories of Central American cinema.
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Official Festival Access
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Cinematic Experience
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