As a young Vietnam War soldier, a grenade blast robbed Michael Naranjo of his eyesight. But he didn’t lose sight of his integrity and ambition. He fought past critics and social stereotypes to harness the life of his dreams. Dream Touch Believe is a timeless, award winning biographical documentary about a man who succeeded in doing what he was told he couldn’t do. Although Naranjo has no eyes and the use of just one hand, the Indigenous artist creates sculptures coveted by collectors worldwide. The shadow-like bronzes treasured for their haunting beauty are displayed prominently in homes, museums, and grand institutions like the White House and Vatican. But it’s Naranjo’s life story that continues to spark hope within people of all walks of life. Dream Touch Believe is a film that will inspire audiences of all ages.
The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) welcomes makers and lovers of film from all over the world to the storied seaside village of Coronado, California to celebrate the magical art of visual storytelling. Coronado’s enduring love affair with Hollywood began more than a century ago.