Let’s bring The Undocumented Lawyer to your students!
We want to help! And we’ve seen that using film and virtual Q&As can be a great way to excite and engage your students during this hard time. Especially when it’s a new unreleased film! The process is simple. Fill out the form above and we’ll set you up with a screening that meets your needs.
“This documentary shows a different side of the immigration discussion. It’s a great addition to my human rights and history classes, and as a 20-minute film plus a guide, it's a perfect length for learning.”
— Sarah, High School History Teacher
“The film brings to screen the courage and commitment of Lizbeth Mateo, a brilliant lawyer working for immigrants in the USA, while being herself an undocumented immigrant. This is a relevant and extremely necessary documentary."
— LA Latino Film Festival
How it works
All purchases come with an educational discussion guide with content for all ages, promotional materials, and event support from our team. Screenings are available in-person or virtually.
For virtual screenings, we’ve made it as easy as possible:
All students will get a streaming link with login instructions.
Students will have seven days to watch at their convenience!
You can choose to add a live Q&A with the filmmakers, Lizbeth, or panelists of your choice. We’ll set it all up for you.
FAQ
+ Is the film appropriate for all ages?
Yes!
+ Are non-English subtitles available?
Spanish subtitles are available. We’ll be adding more options in the future.
+ How long is the film?
The film is 19 minutes. If you bring Lizbeth and/or one of the filmmakers to speak, they will talk for up to 40 minutes.
+ What format will I receive the film in?
We can provide the film in DVD or a digital format for in person events. For virtual events we use Show & Tell, a virtual screening service. Here is a video tutorial by our director that walks you through the fun features in Show & Tell.
+ What comes with the film?
The film comes with a robust study guide that we developed with a civil rights attorney exploring the topics of asylum, sanctuary, perceptions of immigrants and the interplay of law and status. We’ll also provide you with a teaser and designed photos to help you promote your event.
+ Can I use this film as a fundraiser?
Yes! We love when the film creates positive change! A great option is to fundraise for The Legal Fund to Protect Asylum Seekers to help Lizbeth fight for asylum seekers like Edith.
+ Do you have more films?
Yes! We have a number of educational documentaries that explore issues of poverty, refugees, migration, women’s empowerment, the environment, and more. You can check them out at Optimist.co