Becoming Vera (2025)

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.

Released March 16, 2025 87 min None+

Genres: Drama, Music

Keywords: tmdb.latin-jazz, tmdb.coming-of-age, tmdb.inspiration, tmdb.young-adult, tmdb.chasing-dreams, mdblist.has-trailer

Production Companies: Cascabel Films, Incandescent Films

Country: United States
Languages: English