After the Earthquake

This dramatic story follows a young Nicaraguan immigrant, Irene, as she faces the challenges of life in the U.S. and re-evaluates her relationships with her boyfriend and family. "After the Earthquake" explores the immigrant experience, particularly the cultural, political and economic differences between life in North and Latin America.

• Lourdes PortilloDirector · Writer
• Nina SerranoWriter
• Stephen LighthillEditor · Director of Photography

Release date

June 1, 1979

Status

Released

Original language

English

Runtime

27m

Genres

Drama

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