Gracias María

Short film. 2026

In a time of great uncertainty, this slice-of-life documentary captures the essence of Maria’s experience immigrating to the U.S. from Peru. The film is a tribute to the courage it takes to leave home, the hidden costs of starting over, and the community she’s built along the way.

Dirección, guion: Melissa Tumas and Sonia Kandathil

Producción: Melissa Tumas and Sonia Kandathil

Dirección de Fotografía: Clea Eppelin

Edición: Clea Eppelin

Sonido: Elliat Graney-Saucke