This heartwarming family drama is a pleasure to watch. It follows a young boy, Carlitos (amazingly acted by Adrian Alonso), who has snuck his way into the United States to find his mother (Kate del Castillo), who immigrated to the states years ago to support the family. The obstacles Carlitos faces on his journey through the treacherous south are no match for his unfailing optimism and pure heart. Although the movie approaches a feel-good Disney vibe, it also contains a lot of powerful truths about the dangers and sacrifices in the life of an illegal immigrant, and illustrates the strength of the human spirit under adversity. Really great for the whole family, and leaves you with a sense of hope and happiness about the human condition.
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