3 Américas
3 Américas

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3 Américas

2007
Movie
98 min
English

When tragedy strikes, 16 year old, América Campos is sent to Argentina to live with her anti-American grandmother Lucía América. América struggles to find her place with a grandmother she has never known and to hold onto a friendship with Sergio, a neighbor twice her age.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Daniel G. Cal partnersGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the lives of three Latin American women who are pursuing their dreams in the United States. It highlights their struggles, triumphs, and the cultural challenges they face while navigating a new society. The film offers an intimate look at immigration and the search for a better life.

Critical Reception

3 Américas received generally positive reviews, with critics commending its sensitive portrayal of immigrant experiences and its powerful storytelling. The film was praised for giving a voice to marginalized communities and for its insightful look into the complexities of the American dream.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its empathetic and humanistic approach to immigration.

  • Highlights the resilience and determination of immigrant women.

  • Offers a valuable perspective on the challenges and rewards of the immigrant experience.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but reviews that exist tend to appreciate the film's focus on personal stories and its authentic depiction of immigrant struggles.

Fun Fact

The documentary was filmed over a period of three years to capture the evolving journeys of the three featured women.

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