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A young filmmaker confronts the difficult histories of her Mexican mother and Palestinian father as they recount their experiences immigrating to the United States. The film examines the impact of societal narratives that marginalize both communities, highlighting the generational trauma that affects their family relationships. Through personal interviews, the filmmaker addresses themes of grief and reconciliation, seeking to understand the pain that her parents endured. This documentary features Colette Ghunim, Hosni Ghunim, Iza Ghunim, and Ramsey Ghunim.