RSS FeedDon’t Dance With Death for Scenarios USA
“Perhaps by creating a strong voice for Mexican-Americans and an opportunity to identify visually with characters on-screen, we can find solutions to stop the spread of HIV.” - Hector Galán
Hector Galán directed one of the first short teen awareness films for Scenarios USA, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that aims to inspire teens to make healthier and safer decisions by offering them a creative approach to thinking through and discussing their lives, their choices and their future.
Based on the Mexican myth “Devil in the Dance Hall,” a night of fun turns serious for four chicas when an unwanted image appears.
“Don’t Dance with Death”, tackled the subject of HIV/AIDS prevention. Shot on location in South Texas, the film stars Mexican American actress Ruby Nelda Perez as the curandera, Doña Rosa, and students of PSJA North High School play themselves. The film also features performances by Jennifer y Los Jetz.
“Don’t Dance with Death” is produced by ScenariosUSA in New York, part of a world-wide effort in AIDS prevention. The producer is Avram Ludwig and executive producers are Maura Minsky and Kristen Joiner. Director of Photography is Lee Daniel.
To learn more about Scenarios USA and to watch the film, please visit www.scenariosusa.com