Eva, an undocumented immigrant, grapples with the escalating fears surrounding deportation, particularly concerning her young son. During a pivotal conversation, she explains their legal status and the potential consequences that might arise. They attempt to navigate their daily routines amidst the anxiety, with the eldest daughter expressing a desire to stay home from school, evidencing the impact of this fear on their education. Despite appearances in New York remaining superficially normal, the underlying tension and worry for immigrant families grow, underscoring a hidden struggle.
When I send them to school, I pray to God because we don’t know what’s going to happen. But I tell them they have to go.
Eva's heart clenches when she sees the child off. He leaves his home in the Bronx on the school bus at 6 a.m. and doesn't return until 6 p.m.
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