Under the Same Moon, an exceptional journalistic drama, provides a melancholic storyline into the much-debated political issue of illegal immigration. The film appeals to the emotions of all people via a diverse cast, profound plot, and dramatic performances. Patricia Riggen directs an authentic and continuous narrative, revealing one of many of the countless heart-wrenching immigrant first-hand accounts as they attempt to reach the so-called “American dream.”
The film successfully reaped the attention from audiences around the world. Under the Same Moon aired in movie theaters throughout America on April 4th, 2008. Immediately the film was a major success not just in the States but also across the border in Mexico under the name of La Misma …show more content…
His exceptional acting skill, despite his young age, entices the audience to the complex storyline of the film. Although his mother, Rosario (Kate del Castillo), lives across the border in Los Angeles, they maintain a resilient heartrending bond. Shortly after the death of Carlitos’ grandmother and only caretaker, the young yet determined Carlitos decides to embark on the perilous journey to the United States of America. On his crossing to reach his mother, Carlitos encounters the many obstructions that deter thousands of Latin Americans attempting to step on American soil. Relentlessly dodging the child traffickers, drug smugglers, and the United States Border Patrol, Carlitos finally arrives in the United States of America. Once in America, Carlitos is submerged into immigrant culture that —despite the hardships— is vibrant and filled with determination and …show more content…
Under the Same Moon features the best performers that the Mexican film industry has to offer. Mexican actors are recognized for their dramatic performances in television and film. They hold this recognition in the movie with their over-the-top melodramatic performances that keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Actors and actresses like America Ferrera and Jesse Garcia, descendants of immigrant parents, demonstrate their excellent acting skills in the film by seizing the sentiments of the audience. The diverse cast highlights the success of immigrant America. The superb cast achieves the purpose of garnering and maintaining our attention through the sympathy of immigrants, despair for the separation of mother and child, anger towards the abuses faced by immigrants, and love for a united cultural
The film successfully reaped the attention from audiences around the world. Under the Same Moon aired in movie theaters throughout America on April 4th, 2008. Immediately the film was a major success not just in the States but also across the border in Mexico under the name of La Misma …show more content…
His exceptional acting skill, despite his young age, entices the audience to the complex storyline of the film. Although his mother, Rosario (Kate del Castillo), lives across the border in Los Angeles, they maintain a resilient heartrending bond. Shortly after the death of Carlitos’ grandmother and only caretaker, the young yet determined Carlitos decides to embark on the perilous journey to the United States of America. On his crossing to reach his mother, Carlitos encounters the many obstructions that deter thousands of Latin Americans attempting to step on American soil. Relentlessly dodging the child traffickers, drug smugglers, and the United States Border Patrol, Carlitos finally arrives in the United States of America. Once in America, Carlitos is submerged into immigrant culture that —despite the hardships— is vibrant and filled with determination and …show more content…
Under the Same Moon features the best performers that the Mexican film industry has to offer. Mexican actors are recognized for their dramatic performances in television and film. They hold this recognition in the movie with their over-the-top melodramatic performances that keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Actors and actresses like America Ferrera and Jesse Garcia, descendants of immigrant parents, demonstrate their excellent acting skills in the film by seizing the sentiments of the audience. The diverse cast highlights the success of immigrant America. The superb cast achieves the purpose of garnering and maintaining our attention through the sympathy of immigrants, despair for the separation of mother and child, anger towards the abuses faced by immigrants, and love for a united cultural