Film Lens
Santuario focuses on the story of Juana Ortega, a Guatemalan grandmother who has lived in the United States for 25 years. The film captures her experience as she seeks sanctuary in a small church community in Greensboro, NC, amid threats of deportation. The church community rallies around her, showcasing the intersection of immigration issues and grassroots support.
The documentary presents a personal narrative set against the broader backdrop of immigration policy in the U.S. It shows the human impact of deportation threats on families and communities, emphasizing the role of faith and solidarity in providing refuge for those facing legal challenges.
Why Watch
- •Meet Juana Ortega and her story of seeking sanctuary.
- •See how a church community supports immigrants.
- •Find out about the impact of deportation threats.
Did You Know
•Juana Ortega has lived in the U.S. for 25 years.
•The film is set in Greensboro, NC.
•The documentary has a runtime of 26 minutes.
Perfect For
Immigration policyCommunity supportFaith-based activism