BE NOT AFRAID

A DOCUMENTARY FILM

After surviving a racist assault in Los Angeles, a Filipino family ignites a movement to seek justice. Matapos makaligtas sa isang krimen ng pagkamuhi sa Los Angeles, isang pamilyang Pilipino ang nagsimula ng kilusan upang humingi ng hustisya.MISSION STATEMENT:
Our mission is to connect with immigrant communities, especially overseas Filipino workers and survivors of anti-Asian hate, and let them know: YOU ARE NOT ALONE. We aim to inspire audiences with a moving story about the healing power of community care and collective action.THE STORY:
Nerissa and Gabriel Roque, a married Filipino couple, come to California to work. They send wages back home for their kids Patricia, Ysabel, and Patrick who live with their Lola in the Philippines. After a decade apart, the family reunites in Los Angeles and hopes to live the American dream. One night outside a fast food restaurant in 2022, their lives are upended by a stranger. He yells racist slurs and assaults the elder Roques, breaking Gabriel’s rib and bruising Nerissa’s neck as their youngest daughter tries to help.Be Not Afraid follows the Roques’ journey from victims to leaders as they seek justice for the attack on their family. The family inspires a spirited multicultural cast of community organizers to support their case and launch a campaign called “Justice for the Roques.” Through intimate access to the Roque family, our film explores the family’s past ghosts and daily struggles as their case tests the limits of the U.S. court system and the Philippine State. Ultimately, Be Not Afraid is the story of an immigrant family finding dignity and strength in their community and each other.Currently in production. Join our community for updates and learn more about how to support our film. Kasalukuyang nasa produksyon. Sumali sa aming komunidad para sa mga update at matuto pa kung paano suportahan ang aming pelikula.

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