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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
Maya Zapata | Elyfer Torres | Katherine Castro | Alexander James Rodriguez | Sarah Jane Morris | Alexis Vazquez | Andrew James Ferguson | Enrique Sapene | Shelly Ro | Julia Gallagher | Karla Ojeda | Noelle Urbano | Summera Howell | Heather Yesenia