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“a must-see for anyone serious about the subject” -Crooks & Liars
“a beautifully shot film” that “shows the human side of immigration”
“most original presentation of a current political issue”
- Politics on Film / Bipartisan Policy Center
About the film Based on over 700 interviews with men and women living in the Mexican countryside, The Other Side of Immigration asks why so many Mexicans leave home to work in the United States and what happens to the families and communities they leave behind. Through an approach that is both subtle and thought provoking, the film challenges audiences to imagine more creative and effective immigration policies. Filmmaker Roy Germano holds a and has conducted extensive research in the Mexican countryside with support from the National Science Foundation. The Other Side of Immigration emerged from his research. Learn more.
“An intelligent, thought-provoking, beautiful, and caring look at the costs of policies in Mexico and the United States that lead to illegal immigration by so many. It is an understatement to say that the film has made me think...”
- Liza Finkel, Portland State University
“I recommend The Other Side of Immigration with enthusiasm for a wide range of audiences, including community groups, higher education institutions, public schools, and policy makers.”
- Scott Fletcher, Lewis & Clark College
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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS & ARTICLES ABOUT IMMIGRATION
The Other Side of Immigration was made by an educator. We have tons of resources on our blog that you should feel free to use in your courses and discussion groups.
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TEAM LOVE RECORDS is the exclusive educational distributor. Buy DVDs for your university, church, school, library, or organization through their secure site. Send any questions to booking@roygermano.com
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This film was made on a small budget by a regular person without any corporate backing. Please buy the DVD or stream the film legally so he can continue making more independent films like this.
Our new film A Mexican Sound is currently on tour. Check here for listings.
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Director Roy Germano has presented The Other Side of Immigration at dozens and dozens of universities, conferences, and organizations around the country. Read what others are saying about his presentations.
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“Does more than any other work to give people disparaged as ‘threatening’ and ‘illegal’ a human face” - Douglas Massey, Princeton
WINNER OF 2011 AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION NOTABLE VIDEO AWARD
