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Deep Dive: As This Happens (2023)

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As This Happens
As This Happens presents the experiences of twelve Mexicans living in various cities around the world during the early days of the 2020 pandemic lockdown. Each individual uses available resources to document their daily lives, capturing the uncertainty and anxiety that characterized this global event. The film contrasts the comfort of those in isolation with the struggles of those facing job loss or working on the front lines against the virus. Directed by Juan Bernardo Rivero, the film features contributions from individuals like Alberto Delgado De Ita and Belén García. With a runtime of 71 minutes, it provides a collective perspective on the emotional and social impacts of the COVID-19 lockdown in Mexico and beyond.

Why Watch

  • •See personal stories from twelve Mexicans during lockdown.
  • •Find out how isolation affected daily life in 2020.
  • •Meet individuals facing job loss and health risks.

Did You Know

•The film features twelve individuals from different cities worldwide.
•Juan Bernardo Rivero is the director of the documentary.
•The documentary has a total duration of 71 minutes.

Perfect For

COVID-19 impact studiesPersonal narrativesDocumentary enthusiasts