At the age of 9, Carlos arrives from Mexico to Chicago with his three brothers and his parents. The day he turns 18, his future becomes uncertain. According to US law, Carlos is now undocumented. The slightest mistake can lead him to deportation. From defeats to successes, DREAMERS tells the story of Carlos, now 38 years old, his brothers and the fate of 2.5 million people growing up in a country that still does not recognize them as its own. Through the black-and-white lens of cinematographer Nikolai von Graevenitz, the film eloquently captures the stark realities and contrasts in the lives of those caught in the web of legal uncertainty. Accompanied by the evocative music of Louis Jucker, the story dives into the heartache, triumphs, and enduring spirit of a community striving for recognition and a place to call home. As Carlos navigates the intricacies of life without legal status, his story becomes a powerful testament to the human capacity for hope and perseverance in the face of adversity. "Dreamers" is not just a film; it's a poignant reflection on identity, belonging, and the undying dream of a better future amidst the shadows of exclusion.
Documentary, Independent
1h 24min
12 FSK
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DE
At the age of 9, Carlos arrives from Mexico to Chicago with his three brothers and his parents. The day he turns 18, his future becomes uncertain. According to US law, Carlos is now undocumented. The slightest mistake can lead him to deportation. From defeats to successes, DREAMERS tells the story of Carlos, now 38 years old, his brothers and the fate of 2.5 million people growing up in a country that still does not recognize them as its own.
Through the black-and-white lens of cinematographer Nikolai von Graevenitz, the film eloquently captures the stark realities and contrasts in the lives of those caught in the web of legal uncertainty. Accompanied by the evocative music of Louis Jucker, the story dives into the heartache, triumphs, and enduring spirit of a community striving for recognition and a place to call home.
As Carlos navigates the intricacies of life without legal status, his story becomes a powerful testament to the human capacity for hope and perseverance in the face of adversity. "Dreamers" is not just a film; it's a poignant reflection on identity, belonging, and the undying dream of a better future amidst the shadows of exclusion.