New Latinx documentaries focus on migration and identity

A new collection of documentaries centers on Latinx stories and migration experiences. The films cover a wide range of personal journeys and social issues. They explore themes of family, identity, and community in new ways.

One film follows Andy Dominguez, an immigrant boxer from Mexico. He works to establish his place in the boxing world. Another story features Karyna, a 50-year-old trans immigrant. She pursues her dream of having a quinceañera celebration.

The series also examines the impact of migration on daily life. A Mayan elder reflects on her journey and the skies that connect her to home. Two siblings redefine the meaning of home as their parents return to Mexico. A growing movement of Black Americans moving to Mexico also appears in the lineup.

Personal struggles drive several narratives. Juana embarks on a hair removal crusade after being bullied for being hairy. Her mother opposes the effort. In a separate story, Annabel, a performer with Down Syndrome, shares her community and personal history.

The films address environmental and social challenges. Caribbean fishermen adapt to rising sea temperatures. A young Latinx reporter investigates a COVID outbreak in a local meatpacking plant. A filmmaker also documents the effects of the oil industry in her hometown.

Additional entries include a salon drama triggered by a bad dye job. A grieving father and a feminist collective confront gender violence in Mexico. A poetic story explores self-discovery through West African and Afro-Mexican art practices.