About the filmLatina Owned is feature length documentary that chronicles and explores the paths of a young charismatic undocumented Latina in New York City who defies cultural and societal conventions when she decides to open and run her own business. Keshia has had her life challenged by the cultural and familial norms in the U.S. Latinx Community and by the immigration laws in the U.S. But rather than be defined by her immigration status, she has chooses to fight to make her American Dream a reality. By sharing her journey, this film aims to inspire other Latinas to find their passion and fight to have something that they can call their own. Latina Owned will hold up the mirror to the Latinx Community so they may begin to shift their views of Latinas and how/what they can contribute to the community.
Beyond the Latinx Community in the U.S., this film will inspire young girls everywhere to dream and set goals for what they want their role to be in the world. By combining vérité footage with poignant conversations with Keisha, stories from her friends and families, and stylized stagings, the audience learns about her struggles in life and as an entrepreneur and how she has found solutions on her of business be Latina Owned. Click on the Donate Button below to make a tax-deductible donation. Thank you! |