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Huehxolotl ()
Directed by Jorge Xolalpa Jr.
Overview
When Xochit is pursued by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (I.C.E) agents, a tense standoff ensues outside her restaurant, with her 8-year-old son Diego witnessing the traumatic event. Amidst the chaos, attorney Helen steps in to protect Xochitl, but Agent Walker unlawfully arrests her, sparking a legal battle. As Xochitl’s family grapples with the aftermath, her sister Nayeli, a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient, becomes Diego’s primary guardian, leading them on a challenging yet heartwarming journey of survival and solidarity.
Actors
Fernanda Romero | Alexander James Rodriguez | Alexa Mansour | María Rojo | Sarah Jane Morris | Andrew James Ferguson | Enrique Sapene | Shelly Ro | Karla Ojeda | Noelle Urbano | Katherine Castro | Summera Howell | Alexis Vázquez | Julia Gallagher | Heather Yesenia