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After the Earthquake

After the Earthquake

★ 6.2/10•1979•27m•Drama

This dramatic story follows a young Nicaraguan immigrant, Irene, as she faces the challenges of life in the U.S. and re-evaluates her relationships with her boyfriend and family. "After the Earthquake" explores the immigrant experience, particularly the cultural, political and economic differences between life in North and Latin America.

Lourdes Portillo · Director

Lourdes Portillo · Writer

Nina Serrano · Writer

StatusReleased
Runtime27m
LanguageEN
Release DateJun 1, 1979

Actors

Mário Lara

Bernardo

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