Most people dream of a better future. Pedro, an aspiring social worker, is no different. But as a blind, undocumented immigrant, Pedro faces political restrictions to obtain his college degree, secure a job as a healthcare provider, and support his family. As he finally graduates, uncertainty looms over Pedro. What starts as a journey to provide mental health for his community ultimately transforms into Pedro’s path towards his own healing. Through experimental cinematography and sound, unseen reimagines a cinema accessible for blind/low vision audiences, while exploring the intersections of immigration, disability, and mental health. As a blind and undocumented aspiring social worker, Pedro must confront political restrictions to get his college degree and support his family.

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Hear more from director Set Hernandez on Nov. 3 from 2:00 PM-1:15 PM for panel Call & Response: A Firelight Chat and protagonist Pedro on Nov. 4 from 2:30 PM-3:45 PM for panel Undocumented Stories as part of our NOFF2023 Filmmakers Conference.

Community Partner: Nola to Angola