As a proud Chicago native, Estrella uses her unique perspective growing up in Humboldt Park to show parts of Latinidad and Chicago culture that are rarely seen on screen.
She often uses visual language to send hidden messages to her viewers in order to captivate them. Movies are blank canvases that Estrella paints in unique ways.
“We are, as a species, addicted to story. Even when the body goes to sleep, the mind stays up all night, telling itself stories.” - Jonathan Gottschall
Drawing inspiration from the colorful and chaotic Mexican culture, Estrella uses color, movement, and shadows to draw audiences into the film.
