Under the Same Moon was a very interesting movie that told the viewers both a happy and sad story at the same time. The happy story being that a young boy Carlitos is on an adventure that includes interacting with many people in two different countries, which eventually leads him to back together with his mother. The sad story being told is the story of how many Mexicans and illegal immigrants cross the border, and how they live on the American side of the border. Running away from the police, sleeping wherever they can find a safe and comfortable spot, and losing friends in family in the process. It is an enjoyable movie to watch because you get to learn about that horrible lifestyle, but you get to see Carlitos eventually find happiness after years of missing his mother. All of the main characters go through changes during the movie. Rosario, not content being without her son, goes back and forth from marrying Paco and thinking about going back to Mexico. Carlitos, not knowing what is out there in the world, experiences something that no boy his age should experience. He is away from his mother, and somehow he successfully crosses the border, travels to Los Angeles, and survives many of the trials of an illegal immigrant on the run. Enrique, at first, not caring for the boy and only looking out for himself, realizes that Carlitos is a special boy and that their adventure is much more than just reuniting with his mother. He sacrifices his life in the United States so Carlitos can be with his mother, which also gives the viewer another hero in the story. Whether it is realistic or a little bit overexagerrated, the movie was very pleasing to watch and I could not wait to see what had happened at the end. I rate this movie a 7.
Review of Under the Same Moon
