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American Dream

  • 20072007
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8.1/10
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How far will you go for the American Dream? 7 years ago Javier Garcia and his wife Victoria came to the U.S. in search of a better life for their unborn child. In that time Javier managed to... Read allHow far will you go for the American Dream? 7 years ago Javier Garcia and his wife Victoria came to the U.S. in search of a better life for their unborn child. In that time Javier managed to find success in the workplace and has created a solid home for his family. When Javier's ... Read allHow far will you go for the American Dream? 7 years ago Javier Garcia and his wife Victoria came to the U.S. in search of a better life for their unborn child. In that time Javier managed to find success in the workplace and has created a solid home for his family. When Javier's loyalty to his people is called into question, which side will he end up on?
IMDb RATING
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23
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POPULARITY
760,613
300,187
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    • Director
      • James Bustamante
    • Writer
      • Raquel Troyce
    • Stars
      • Greg Serano
      • Carmen Serano
      • Dennis Foulkrod
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    • Director
      • James Bustamante
    • Writer
      • Raquel Troyce
    • Stars
      • Greg Serano
      • Carmen Serano
      • Dennis Foulkrod
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    Greg Serano
    Greg Serano
    • Javier Garcia
    Carmen Serano
    Carmen Serano
    • Victoria Garcia
    Dennis Foulkrod
    • Bob
    Julian D'Valois Ortega
    • Manny
    Rick A. Ortega Jr.
    Rick A. Ortega Jr.
    • Pedro
    Anthony Jordan Atler
    • Student
    Daisy Brumby
    • Government Agent
    Diego Deane
    Diego Deane
    • 2nd Agent
    Diego Joaquin Lopez
    Diego Joaquin Lopez
    • 3rd Agent
    Gadi Schwartz
    • Newsman
    Scott Voss
    • 1st Agent
    Scott C. Voss
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    • Director
      • James Bustamante
    • Writer
      • Raquel Troyce
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    10/10
    Beautifully written piece
    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.
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    • Release date
      • November 30, 2007 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
    • Filming locations
      • Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
    • Production companies
      • American Dream Movie
      • 9 Point Productions
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      • $13,000 (estimated)
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