Gateway Film Foundation celebrates female talent and empowerment through captivating stories on the big screen, honoring the remarkable contributions of women throughout history.

Country: United States
Language: English, Spanish

About the film:

In this biographical drama, Selena Quintanilla (Jennifer Lopez) is born into a musical Mexican-American family in Texas. Her father, Abraham, realizes that his young daughter is talented and begins performing with her at small venues. She finds success and falls for her guitarist, Chris Perez, who draws the ire of her father. Seeking mainstream stardom, Selena begins recording an English-language album which, tragically, she would never complete.

About the filmmaker:

Gregory Nava received an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay for his film El Norte. He has also directed such movies as Selena, Bordertown, Mi Familia and more.

MAJOR SUPPORT
Ohio Arts Council
Greater Columbus Arts Council
The Columbus Foundation
Campus Partners
National Endowment for the Arts

WITH HELP FROM
G&J Pepsi
WOSU Public Media