Love, immigration, financial hardship, and second chances collide in I Love This Arrangement, the latest romantic comedy from director Jacquin Deleon, which is set to premiere at the 2026 Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF) on August 9.
Produced by Shawdog Entertainment in collaboration with Hidden Root Productions, the film has already begun building momentum on the international film festival circuit ahead of its Martha’s Vineyard debut. Before arriving at MVAAFF, I Love This Arrangement will host special advance screenings in Los Angeles on July 27 and New York City on July 30 — the city where the film was shot.
The romantic comedy follows an aspiring Haitian chef facing deportation who agrees to a marriage arrangement with a spirited Dominican woman struggling under the weight of mounting debt. What begins as a practical solution soon evolves into an emotionally rich story that explores love, identity, sacrifice, and the unexpected connections that can emerge during life’s most difficult moments.
Starring Nick Alexander, Efrangeliz Medina, and Orlando Leyba, the film has already sparked conversations for its thoughtful approach to romance while examining the realities of immigration and economic insecurity. Anchored by strong performances and a culturally grounded story, I Love This Arrangement blends humor and heart in equal measure.
The film was cast and produced by Natasha Ward and continues Shawdog Entertainment’s commitment to telling stories that center authentic, multicultural experiences. As audiences gather at MVAAFF this August, I Love This Arrangement is poised to become one of the festival’s standout romantic comedies— one that reminds viewers that love often arrives in the most unexpected ways.
