At the age of 18, Alejandra, a trans indigenous woman from Oaxaca, fled to the United States after surviving an assault which had her at the brink of death. Completely removed from her mother and family, Alejandra pieces together a new life where she could thrive despite her undocumented status. Across 30 years, Alejandra pushes through the adversity she faces in the United States and builds a life for herself by transitioning, becoming a medical assistant, and inspiring a local medical provider to be one of the only Trans Health Care Doctors in the entire Santa Cruz County. However, as the health of her agining mother declines, Ale is pushed to the edge and risks it all by petitioning for asylum and confronting her painful past to see her mother one last time.

The People Behind the Film

Libertad is a feature-length documentary made by an all-Latinx and majority femme creative team.

What’s Next?

As the Production Team nears the finish line, we’re seeking community leaders who are passionate about Alejandra’s story. We seek people who want to support this story as a way of continuing to advocate for other trans asylees and their families. Contact us at info@libertadfilm.com if you would like to be involved in any of the following ways:

Social Media Ambassador

Spread the word about the project by following us on social media, sharing content, and raising awareness.

Community Builder

Introduce us to organizations and individuals who might want to work with us. 

Screening Host

Bring the film to your community by signing up to organize a screening and/or event when the film comes out. 

Community Advisory Board Member

Ever wanted to go behind the scenes? Help shape the film by giving feedback on drafts, advising on how we can make a difference, and connecting us with more supporters.

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