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Americans are Immigrants

This student-made documentary shows the current political and social climate at the U.S.-Mexico border in a way that is relatable for students. It answers the question of what it means to be American in today's society and seeks to show that we are united as a country not based on race, ethnicity, or religion, but rather by our common humanity and dedication to freedom.

  • Danielle Amir-Lobel
    Director
  • Elinor Amir-Lobel
    Director
  • Shane Foley
    Director
  • Danielle Amir-Lobel
    Writer
  • Elinor Amir-Lobel
    Writer
  • Shane Foley
    Writer
  • Danielle Amir-Lobel
    Producer
  • Elinor Amir-Lobel
    Producer
  • Shane Foley
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Non-fiction, political, social
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 22 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 20, 2019
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    Mexico, United States
  • Language:
    English, Spanish
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
Director Biography - Danielle Amir-Lobel, Elinor Amir-Lobel, Shane Foley

Danielle, Elinor, and Shane are high school students at La Jolla Country Day School. They felt passionately that current events regarding immigration at the border where they live is unjust and needed to find a way to show their fellow students that we are all simply humans. They hope that their short documentary can help inspire the next generation to seek to provide shared human liberties for all.

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