Millions of people flee their homes in Latin America due to poverty, climate change, and violence, seeking a new life in the United States.
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Millions of people flee their homes in Latin America due to poverty, climate change, and violence, seeking a new life in the United States.
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In Charlottesville, Virginia, a Native American Guatemalan woman lives in a church under asylum conditions, reflecting the struggles faced by many immigrants. "Sometime, Somewhere" follows Hispanic and Latin American migrants as they recount their reasons for leaving home, including poverty and violence. The film features community activists, immigration attorneys, and healthcare providers who support these individuals. It also examines historical migrations in the U.S. and concludes with the work of Sin Barreras, an organization advocating for immigrant rights.
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Why Watch
- Meet immigrants sharing their personal stories in Charlottesville.
- Find out about the impact of the 2017 white supremacist attacks.
- See how community activists support immigrant rights.
Did You Know
- The film was shot in black and white as intended by director Ricardo Preve.
- Sometime, Somewhere received the Best Foreign Film Award at the 8th Golden Gate International Film Festival.
- The film features a poet who teaches poetry to undocumented children in maximum security prisons.
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Who directed the documentary Sometime, Somewhere?
Ricardo Preve directed the documentary Sometime, Somewhere.
What awards did Sometime, Somewhere win?
Sometime, Somewhere won the Best Foreign Film Award at the 8th Golden Gate International Film Festival and the Best Documentary Award at the 15th LatinUy International Film Festival.
When was Sometime, Somewhere screened at the Virginia Film Festival?
Sometime, Somewhere was screened on October 28, 2023, at the 36th Virginia Film Festival.
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