Growing Up Mexican in America | Short Film

#shortfilm #shortfilms #drama #mexico #immigration #border #texas #immigrants #latinx #losangeles #losangeles #filmmaking #filmmaking #latino #immigrantparents #cinematography Feliz Cumpleaños - After a difficult move from Mexico and financial strain, single mother Carmen’s determination to give her son Samuel a memorable 10th birthday is challenged when their budget falls short. As they navigate disappointment and resentment, they discover the true value of love and sacrifice. Writer & Director: Angel Rodriguez INSTAGRAM:   / angelshmood   EMAIL: angelrdz1251@gmail.com Director of Photography: Nathan Poling INSTAGRAM:   / wizminders   EMAIL: wizminders@gmail.com Cast: Carmen: Mariana Rodriguez Samuel: Sebastian Vazquez Crew: Producer: Payton Hall Production Designer: Jane Nam Sound Recordist: Joseph Chavez Script Supervisor: Santiago Berkley Sound Mixer: Evan Dunivan Assistant Camera: Noel Cantu Assistant Camera: Tony Zeleke Composer: Blake Murray BTS Photographer: Sofia Alejandro Production Assistant: Jaedyn Butler Production Assistant: Lonnie Haney Special Thanks: Los Vaqueros Supermercado Montero Mobile Home Service