Writer, Just Like You Imagined? (2001-2002 Miami Winner)

"I could see around me the [obvious] risks of a getting into a sexual relationship before you have all the information…The less obvious outcome is seeing your future and your hope of an exciting, rewarding, and independent life taken away."

- Verena Faden

Writing the story for Just Like You Imagined? allowed Verena Faden to discover her powerful narrative voice, and that was just the beginning of what would become a life-changing experience. The film earned Verena a scholarship to the School of Visual Arts (SVA) in New York City, a “Verena Faden Day” in Miami bestowed by the mayor, and accolades from film festivals across the country.

Verena grew up in Miami, FL in a Cuban-American family in which, as she says, “[you] don’t leave the family to go to college” and especially not for a career in filmmaking. The process of creating Just Like You Imagined? presented a powerful opportunity for both Verena and her family, who have supported Verena after witnessing her passion and potential for speaking out through film.

Verena recently completed a feature film entitled Category 5 for her graduating senior project at SVA. Category 5 features acclaimed actor Steven Bauer (Scarface, Traffic) and premiered in New York City on April 27th and in Miami on May 19th.

Past Speaking Engagements

• Queens Media Arts Development Film Screening in honor of World Aids Day in 2006
• Presented award to Lucinda Treat at 2005 Real Deal Awards and Gala

Contact

• Email: info@scenariosusa.org
• Phone: (866) 414 1044

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