“Sandra Cisneros”

OUR DOCUMENTARY offers an intimate look at celebrated author Sandra Cisneros, known for The House on Mango Street, as she reflects on her past, present, and future. Like Fellini’s metaphor of the pearl as an “oyster’s autobiography,” her life reveals beauty shaped by struggle and resilience. Sandra’s “pearl” began with Mango Street, written to process the trauma she witnessed in her work with high-school dropouts. Now a classic, the book has touched millions across generations and cultures, becoming a beacon of identity and belonging.

Sandra’s experience echoes the dislocation many migrants feel, living between worlds, cultures, and identities. Rooted in Nepantla, the Nahuatl word for “in between,” her stories explore this liminal space where hope and loneliness coexist. Though she felt out of place in the U.S., her return to Mexico in 2013 has deeply shaped her, inspiring the themes in her recent collection, Woman Without Shame.

As Sandra approaches her 70th birthday, she speaks of preparing for her “graduation”—her departure from this world. Yet her creative spirit remains strong. With a new novel underway, she is as committed as ever to creating art that uplifts marginalized voices and reminds us of the spiritual realm. This documentary captures Sandra’s ongoing creative journey and her tireless advocacy for justice, freedom, and peace.

This project is in development, with production slated for 2025. To discuss funding and co-production opportunities, contact Soco at soco@socoaguilar.com.

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