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About the film. Based on a National Science Foundation-funded study of over 700 Mexican households, The Other Side of Immigration asks why so many Mexicans have left home to work in the United States and what’s happened to the families and communities they’ve left behind. Structured around social science theory and the director’s academic research, the film challenges audiences to think about the many political, economic, and social causes and effects of mass migration in Mexico. Topics discussed in the film include: the impact of market policies (including NAFTA) on the incomes of small Mexican farmers, social pressures that have perpetuated mass migration, the relationship between migration and politics in rural Mexico, the effects of migrants’ remittances on local economies, and the impact of migration on family life. The Other Side of Immigration has been called a “must-see for anyone serious about the subject” and “beautifully shot film” that “shows the human side of immigration.” It has screened at over 100 universities, film festivals, conferences, and public institutions. Read reviews.

About the filmmaker. Roy Germano holds a Ph.D. in political science from the University of Texas at Austin and has conducted extensive research in the Mexican countryside with support from the National Science Foundation. The Other Side of Immigration emerged from his research.

“a must-see for anyone serious about the subject”

-Crooks & Liars

“a beautifully shot film” that “shows the human side of immigration”

- FireDogLake.com

“most original presentation of a current political issue”

- Politics on Film / Bipartisan Policy Center

“I recommend The Other Side of Immigration with enthusiasm for a wide range of audiences, including community groups, higher education institutions, public schools, and policy makers.”

- Scott Fletcher, Dean of Education, Lewis & Clark College

INVITE THE DIRECTOR TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT

Roy Germano has presented The Other Side of Immigration at dozens and dozens of universities, conferences, and organizations around the country. Send an email to booking@roygermano.com to learn how you can host a screening and discussion of this award winning film, as well as Dr. Germano’s latest short film, A Mexican Sound.

EDUCATIONAL & INDIVIDUAL SALES

Purchase home-use DVDs, Public Performance Rights, and Digital Streaming Rights for your university library on our online store. Please buy the DVD or stream the film legally so he can continue making more independent films.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Nov. 16 McAllen, TX (CineSol Film Festival)

Nov. 17 McAllen, TX (CineSol Film Festival)

Nov. 17 Boston, MA (Boston Latino Intl Film Festival)

Nov. 24 Boston, MA (Boston Latino Intl Film Festival)

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS & ARTICLES ABOUT IMMIGRATION

The Other Side of Immigration was made by an educator. We have all kinds of resources on our blog that you should feel free to use in your courses and discussion groups.