About this Video
I chose to tell Don Mario Aguinada’s story because it embodies resilience, faith, and the beauty of finding gratitude in the smallest moments. His journey—from a childhood filled with love but lacking resources, to enduring the trauma of war, to rebuilding his life in a new country—is a testament to the human spirit.
Through Milagritos de Dios, I want to capture the way he transformed struggle into strength and found joy despite immense hardship. His story reminds us that miracles aren’t always grand—they are often found in everyday moments, in perseverance, and in the connections we build along the way.
Creator
Daniela Munera Angel
Creator
Daniela Múnera Ángel is a documentary filmmaker and Student Emmy Award–nominated editor based in the U.S., originally from Colombia. She creates intimate, intergenerational stories that explore memory, resilience, and cultural identity, including her podcast Amores, which shares grandparents’ stories with global audiences. Daniela has over four years of experience in post-production, and has worked on unscripted films for the National Geographic Society and PBS. Passionate about storytelling as a tool for healing and cultural preservation, she focuses on giving voice to untold stories while mentoring younger collaborators in the filmmaking process.