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The short documentary film, which won the 85th Academy Award for best documentary (Short Subject), that chronicle Izucar life; a homeless, and undocumented teenager with a stirring artistic gift from San Diego, California. As Chris Dart, Torontoist remarks, “Both heartbreaking and uplifting, Inocente isn’t the story of a girl who is trying to make something of herself in spite of her tough circumstances. It’s the story of a girl who is already a thoroughly impressive human being and artist, whether she realizes it or not.” Whereas Eriq Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter states, “The inspirational tale of a teenager whose father was deported for domestic abuse, and after moving from one homeless shelter to the next, finds “revolution,” as she …show more content…
Ology, an entertainment news and social media website based in New York City wrote, “MTV Documentary ‘Inocente’ Features Undocumented Artist” “‘Inocente’ A Brave, Daring Documentary”.
Carolina Del Busto, Univision News review, “Inocente is redefining the face of homelessness in America.”
“A heartbreaking film that tells the story of a resilient 15 year-old Latina” Lee Hernandez, The Huffington Post
“Proof that great things come in small packages” Dork Shelf
“Go see this film” The More the Merrier
“Inspiring and uplifting” Canadian Newcomer
“A beautiful tale of struggle and creative energy” Ryan Macneil, The Matinee
Adam A. Donaldson (Press Plus 1) states, “Filmmakers Sean Fine and Andrea Nix Fine do the incredible in …show more content…
I don't hear them speaking up enough about an issue like immigration".
He further states;
“It shows the power of art and the power of mentorship,” he said. “Art is where you can let your secrets out. All of the kids carry their own struggles, and there is this unsaid feeling of acceptance and peer support”.
“‘Inocente’ poignantly captures the beauty and strength of a young woman who refuses to let her surroundings define her,” said Chris Linn, Executive Vice President of Programming and Head of Production for MTV. “We’re thrilled to premiere this documentary and hope it not only continues the dialogue on youth immigration and homelessness, but serves as an inspiration to those struggling to overcome obstacles in pursuit of their dreams”.
Albie Hecht, the co-founder of Shine Global, the nonprofit filmanthropy organization distributing the film, says: "MTV is the perfect partner for ‘Inocente’. The network can activate an audience of millions of young adults and teens who can make an impact on these critical
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