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TheyDream

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After twenty years chronicling his Puerto Rican family, a director and his mother face devastating losses. Through tears and laughter, they craft animations that bring their loved ones back to life, discovering that every act of creation is also an act of letting go.

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Alan French InSession Film 1d
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We believe that hiding parts of ourselves from our loved ones will cascade them away, but the truth is, we can never know unless we put ourselves in the position to ask Go to Full Review Rosa Parra The Latino Slant 2d
8/10
TheyDream is a compelling documentary that explores themes of family, legacy, dreams, and creativity through a distinctive voice worth experiencing. An unforgettable film. Go to Full Review Dave Giannini Geek Vibes Nation 4d
8.5/10
TheyDream, if nothing else, offers us a look deep into one story that matters, one like our own, despite our many differences. Despite all of our personal imperfections, we can find, through memory, our own liberation. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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William David Caballero

Director

William David Caballero

Screenwriter

Erin Ploss-Campoamor

Screenwriter

Elaine Del Valle

Screenwriter

William David Caballero

Producer

Brad Jones

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Movie Info

Synopsis After twenty years chronicling his Puerto Rican family, a director and his mother face devastating losses. Through tears and laughter, they craft animations that bring their loved ones back to life, discovering that every act of creation is also an act of letting go.
Director
William David Caballero
Producer
William David Caballero, Brad Jones, Erin Ploss-Campoamor, Elaine Del Valle
Screenwriter
William David Caballero, Erin Ploss-Campoamor, Elaine Del Valle
Genre
Documentary, Biography, Animation
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 31m