A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Release Date:
March 15, 2023
Original Title:
Monarcas
Genres:
Documentary
Ratings / Certifications:
US: NR
Runtime: 13
In Florida, over one billion dollars in wages are stolen from the pockets of workers every year. Following the migration journey and metamorphosis of the monarch butterflies, the short documentary Monarcas tells the story of two Guatemalan undocumented day laborers, Pedro and Alejandro, who migrated from Central America in search of a better future for their families, only to have their wages extorted by a Miami roofer. They seek help from a local organization and navigate the complexities of court proceedings to regain their dignity. In the process, they became activists and organizers, helping others like them to fight for their rights, despite their immigrant status.
Cinematography:
Mileydy Artiles
Director:
Diana Larrea
Editor:
Diana Larrea
Music:
Carlos Mejia
Producer:
Diana Larrea
Oolite Arts
Writer:
Diana Larrea
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