I Became an American

Jose Luis 'Lou' Catalan is an immigrant and DACA recipient from Mexico City. This autobiographical documentary details his family's journey to the United States and the impact it has had on their lives. The film blends elements from both documentary and propaganda to build a historical narrative that urges the viewer to respond to the fundamental flaws of immigration policy in the United States.

Lake County: Director Jose Luis Catalan is a Lake County Resident