The film achieved international recognition when it won the People’s Choice Award at the Mexico Surf Film Festival (Saladita–Troncones–Zihuatanejo edition). This award was especially meaningful because it came directly from the audience, reflecting the emotional connection viewers felt with the story. The Mexico Surf Film Festival is a cultural event that celebrates surf culture. For Proyecto Saladita, winning the People’s Choice Award was a validation of the efforts to combine art, conservation, and surf culture in one powerful message.
Beyond its success in Mexico, La Voz en el Mar film was also selected at the Trees & Seas Festival 2026, organized by Plastic Oceans International. This international festival connects communities around the world through film, art, and environmental action. Being part of Trees & Seas placed Playa La Saladita’s voice on a global stage, showing that local stories from Guerrero can resonate internationally.
Synopsis
The story of La Voz en el Mar film centers on a local surfer who begins to hear the ocean speaking. The ocean’s voice expresses both exhaustion and hope. It reflects the damage caused by pollution, plastic waste, and neglect, but also the resilience of nature when communities take action. Through poetic imagery and authentic local participation, the film conveys a message of responsibility: the ocean is alive, and it needs us to listen.
Impact in Playa La Saladita
The production of La Voz en el Mar film was not just about making a movie. It was a project rooted in Playa La Saladita that involved local surfers, artists, and environmental advocates. By participating in the film, the community strengthened its identity as guardians of the beach. The film became a tool for education, inspiring children, schools, and visitors to think about their relationship with the ocean.
The recognition at the Mexico Surf Film Festival and Trees & Seas Festival amplified the impact. It showed that a small coastal community can create art that speaks to global audiences. For Proyecto Saladita, this success reinforced the importance of combining cultural expression with environmental action.
Awards and Festivals
- People’s Choice Award – Mexico Surf Film Festival (Saladita–Troncones–Zihuatanejo)
- Official Selection – Trees & Seas Festival 2026 (Plastic Oceans International)
These achievements demonstrate that La Voz en el Mar film is not only a local project but also part of the international conversation on ocean conservation.
Why It Matters
Films have the power to move people emotionally and inspire change. La Voz en el Mar film uses storytelling to connect audiences with the ocean in a personal way. By giving the ocean a voice, the film reminds us that nature is not silent—it communicates through waves, tides, and the consequences of our actions.
For Proyecto Saladita, the film is a cornerstone of its mission: to combine surf culture, environmental education, and community action. It is a symbol of what can be achieved when art and activism come together in Playa La Saladita.
Call to Action
La Voz en el Mar film is currently competing in international festivals and is not yet available online. We invite you to follow our journey, support Proyecto Saladita by participating in our programs, visiting Playa La Saladita responsibly, and contributing to our conservation efforts. Together, we can ensure that the ocean’s voice continues to be heard.