The intention of the film was to demonstrate how Chicana/o families are occasionally threatened. When they are faced with situations that they do not agree or cannot imagine happening in their families such as teenage pregnancy, a homosexual love triangle, eviction, and a broken family. I believe the intention of the film was fulfilled because it painted a picture that many individuals can relate too regardless of his/her race or gender. Since the film was an independent film, it expressed a more authentic story line. There is a particular scene that was essential to the development of the storyline when Magdalena’s great uncle Tomas, who makes a living selling champurrado on the street, passes away. Tomas gives his family love, kindness, and
