The Guaraguao (red-tailed hawk) is a symbol for enlightenment and perspective — to see forest beyond the trees. Guided by the question "What does it mean to be Boricua?", Guaraguao is a captivating journey through time and art that explores the cultural history and artistic contributions of Taínos from pre-colonial Puerto Rico to contemporary Boricua artists across the United States
Guaraguao is an evolving archival project inspired by the red-tailed hawk—a symbol of clarity and expanded perspective. Guided by the question “What does it mean to be Boricua?”, it traces a cultural and artistic lineage from Taíno heritage to contemporary expression across the diaspora.
Guaraguao (Film Project) is a visual mixtape that journeys across time and geography to explore the layered identity of Boricuas throughout the diaspora. Guided by the spirit of the red-tailed hawk—a symbol of expanded vision and perspective—the film traces cultural memory from Puerto Rico to key diaspora cities including New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, and beyond.
Through commissioned works from 21 artists across 7 cities, the film weaves together image, sound, and story to illuminate the intersections of history, migration, and community. Guaraguao is both a recognition and a reimagining of Boricua identity—honoring ancestral roots while capturing the evolving cultural expressions shaping the present.
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