In the Shadows (2013)

This documentary by Dan Glynn follows the personal story of Jairo a hardworking Mexican who immigrates to the US in order to find work to support his family back in Mexico The film looks at current immigration issues in the United States The story takes a dramatic turn when Jairos cousin is arrested by local police putting the entire family in danger of deportation In the movie we meet numerous people who want to stem the tide of immigration from Mexico as well as people who help those who make the long arduous journey to new employment in the United States