Sueño mexicano

"Malena explores a second chance at motherhood with her new partner through IVF, while at the same time she is determined to mend the bond with her estranged teenage son and daughter from a previous marriage. Her relationship falters, however, and her partner threatens to leave her if the IVF doesn’t succeed. Facing an uncertain future and tired of her job as a domestic worker in a fancy neighbourhood in Mexico City, Malena is intent on having a financially independent life by building her own business, and she aims to bring her children to live with her. Her co-workers and family offer the supportive and loving ecosystem she needs to endure the challenges that arise in her pursuit of her dreams. Filmed in a sensitive, intimate tone, this special collaboration between film participant and director delivers an honest story of motherhood, relationships, family and friendship—and one of a woman who is ready to live life on her own terms."
(Hot Docs - Canadian International Documentary Festival)