Documentary, USA, 23min, 2015. Dir: 13 high school students at the Educational Video Center (EVC) in NYC.
Synopsis:
EVC youth producers create an intimate portrait of the psychological impact that deportation, incarceration, and substance abuse have on the separation of their families. They analyze the physical and economic effects of family separation through Luis’s story of immigration and deportation. Ana’s story of separation reveals the psychological impact that substance abuse has on a family. Scarlett’s story focuses on the emotional and social effects of separation through incarceration. By filming in their homes and neighborhoods, EVC students capture the trauma and struggles they face, while also showing the resilience and hope they carry in their daily lives.
Youth Producers:
Perla Lopez
Luis Barranco
Scarlett Holloway
Faury Valerio
Nicole Garcia
Ana Luna
Adefolawe Adeyemi
Ezequiel Villaman
Siranan Anamnart
Brandyn K. Shields
Niyasha Mcalmon
Joshua E. Castro
Ryan Bussey
Instructor & Co-Director:
Tanya Jackson
Intern:
Koren Martin