Memory and Loss

Memory and Loss

Directed by Wilfredo Chavez

Along the southern mountainous desert regions of the U.S. – Mexico border, the experiences migrants face can often become a matter of life or death. Memoria y Pérdida is a story that examines the migration crisis through the life saving work of Border Angels, an organization providing critical aid across these treacherous terrains.

Director Statement

“We can’t afford to let ourselves be guided by contemporary cultural standards, particularly now.” This quote from Martin Scorsese has been a guiding compass for me over the course of my academic studies in film. One of my main interests throughout my pursuit in storytelling has been the representation of marginalized communities and their personal stories. I chose to be part of this industry in an effort to help create and promote films from voices that are often overlooked. I am particularly drawn to stories that document the experience of migration, especially those narratives that have been left out of the cinematic landscape. This personal connection has inspired me integrate myself into the film industry, in effort to help provide a platform for immigrant filmmakers and artists.

Director Biography

Wilfredo Chavez is a filmmaker and graduate of the Cinematic Arts program at California State University Long Beach. His work focuses on stories rooted in memory, migration, and social justice. With a background in archival research and a commitment to storytelling centered around the Latin American experience, Wilfredo seeks to illuminate the often overlooked stories of the migrants journey through an intimate and humanistic lens. His recent project explore the emotional toll of border crossings and the resilience of humanitarians navigating the hostile terrains of the border.

Plays in

Heroes Among Us- Doc Block 1