Watcha! Film Series: Mija

1514 West Commerce Street,San Antonio TX 78207

08 September, 2022

Description

Disney Original Documentary’s Mija follows Doris Muñoz and Jacks Haupt, two daughters of immigrants from Mexico, navigating their careers in the music industry. A moving love letter to immigrants and their children, this intimate debut feature by Isabel Castro captures the emotional and complex stories of Doris and Jacks for whom “making it” isn’t just a dream, it’s a necessity. Jaime's Place is incredibly honored and excited to partner with MonteVideo to put together a fall film series for you all, titled: "Watcha!" From indie grooves to West Side Sound, Watcha!, a new Fall film series presented by MonteVideo in partnership with Jaime’s Place, spotlights Latino filmmakers Isabel Castro, Chuco Garcia, Abel Sanchez, and Andres Alegria. Curated by MonteVideo’s Manuel Solis, "Watcha!" includes Mr. Zoot Suit by Chan’Cellore Makanjuola, A Song for Cesar: The Music and The Movement, Mija, and You've Succeeded. MonteVideo was created to support Latinx-themed independent film screenings for underserved communities via non-traditional venues. Since launching in 2020, MonteVideo has presented 15 FREE community screenings at venues throughout San Antonio including Cassiano Park, Mission Marquee Plaza, Presa House Gallery, and ArtPace.