Inocente: Why We Are Tuning In?

Almost always there is no moment when I am watching TV or watching a movie that I say “hey that person is just like me” or  ”we share similar stories”. There is no undocumented person featured  on VH1 , on Univision’s novelas , or even featured in one of Oprah’s episodes. Our stories are never told, highlighted , or featured in those spaces; and if there are undocumented stories featured it is always about this 4.0 GPA perfect good student . No spaces for narratives that reflect our stories. It is because of this reason that I am looking forward to Inocente. For those that have not seen it , here is the trailer:

This film highlights the life of an amazing  15 year old who we all can relate to ( undocumented like us). It brings forward the intersection of homelessness, immigration and art.  Inocente will be airing on  MTV  ( Friday August 17 , 2012 10pm ET/PT ) . Make sure to Tune in. 

*If you live in New York City you can attend  3 free arts workshops and screenings withThe DreamYard Project and Rooftop Films Inc. sign up by emailing rsvp@rooftopfilms.com

-Sonia Guinansaca