This is a moving and well-written short about the struggles two young immigrants encounter as they attempt to make a life in the U.S.
These are "white collar wetbacks," as I heard the writer explain during a showing: upwardly mobile, educated people who have slipped into the country. For anyone who is concerned with immigration issues in the U.S.--whether or not you believe borders should be closed--this should be of interest.
I was very impressed by how much emotion could be included in a short amount of film. The buildup is tight, and the reveal is powerful.
In the end, the star of the show may be the little boy, who was absolutely stirring and believable. I expect to see more from him.
These are "white collar wetbacks," as I heard the writer explain during a showing: upwardly mobile, educated people who have slipped into the country. For anyone who is concerned with immigration issues in the U.S.--whether or not you believe borders should be closed--this should be of interest.
I was very impressed by how much emotion could be included in a short amount of film. The buildup is tight, and the reveal is powerful.
In the end, the star of the show may be the little boy, who was absolutely stirring and believable. I expect to see more from him.