An epic love story spanning decades is sparked by a chance encounter between two men in provincial Mexico. Based on a true story, ambition and societal pressure propel an aspiring chef to leave his soulmate and make the treacherous journey to New York, where life will never be the same.
Direction
Ewing's seamless blend of narrative and documentary footage.
Cinematography
Sun-drenched Puebla vs. gray NYC limbo—visual heartbreak.
Acting
The real Iván and Gerardo appear—meta-gutpunch casting.
Director
Heidi Ewing
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
US
MX
