| Description |
Diego's Dream is a short documentary film about a young man named Diego Catalan who was brought from Mexico to the United States when he was only eight years old. In the film, Diego recounts his vivid memory of the experience of crossing the border as a child, and reflects on current issues of immigration, prejudice, and opportunity. Diego's story provides a chilling and, at times, tragic look into the dangerous conditions faced by Mexican immigrants. He sheds light on the difficult economic conditions that motivate many to leave their home countries and come to the United States in search of something better. He acknowledges the difficulties surrounding the issue of illegal immigration, and states his views about immigration, along with his family's needs, with courage and honesty; he expresses a hope for the future that cannot help but inspire. Diego's Dream was directed and edited by Peter C. Davidson in conjunction with the programs Life Through the Lens and Humanities in Focus at the University of Utah. The film runs approximately twelve and a half minutes and is available to watch online. This document, titled "Making Diego's Dream", has been written to accompany the film for its submission as a Senior Honors Thesis at the University of Utah. |
