Five Years North

This is a really captivating film that cuts through politics and gets into the complex human truths underlying immigration and law enforcement. The moral dilemmas that Judy, the ICE officer, faces in her career and family are fascinating.

A story that will make you question and rethink our immigration system. The stories highlighted in this film not only bring an empathetic lens to the American immigration system but also shows the resilience of immigrants and the Latinx community.

Shows the cost and failures of immigration policy through two people on its opposing ends - riveting!

Truly moving film that puts the viewer directly next to both sides of an incredibly pertinent issue in today's world. Told with frankness, empathy and compassion while never losing sight of its narrative purpose. An inspiring film.

Once again, filmmakers Chris Temple and Zach Ingrasci show us the human side of polarizing political issues. I have long used their previous films, Living on One Dollar and Salam Neighbor, in my writing classes to generate meaningful discussion, and now I'll definitely add Five Years North. Your heart will break for Luis, a young Guatemalan teen with responsibilities well beyond his years. The other side of the issue is humanized by Judy, the ICE agent who must enforce the law. The filmmakers don't preach but give you stories that will make you think twice before you generalize about issues like immigration, poverty, and refugees. Please watch this movie and encourage others to watch it, too.