HISTORY

Same-sex marriage is not recognized by the federal US government. This fact has a number of implications for same-sex married couples and their visa applications. This 15-minute documentary explores this issue through Vera and Lara’s story.

Director:

Xiana García Freire

Spain 2011

14 min.

Languages:

Spanish with english subtitles.

DIRECTOR

I lived in Ponte Caldelas (Pontevedra, Spain) until I was 17. In 2007 I got a scholarship to study International Baccalaureate at United World College Costa Rica. The two years that I spent there, living with almost 200 people from more than 80 countries, changed my life. In 2009 I received another scholarship, this time for Cornell University (USA). I am double-majoring in Agricultural Sciences and Plant Science, and I am learning as much as I can. I am currently taking a year off college, to fully dedicate myself to projects that weren’t compatible with school.

FESTIVALS & AWARDS

• La Pecca 2012
• Zinegoak 2012
• LesGaiCineMad 2011:
  Best Short Documentary Jury’s Award