Resident Aliens

Set against the backdrop of Thanksgiving Day in Guam, Resident Aliens follows the intertwined stories of three Filipina women. Alex, a newspaper photographer, enters a green card marriage with her friend James, a Guam-born Filipino. Meanwhile, Miriam, a journalist, grapples with her relationship with her American husband, while Ella, a long-time hotel housekeeper, seeks to send her elderly mother back to the Philippines.

The film captures the struggles and sacrifices these women face as they navigate their identities and relationships in a foreign land. It offers an insightful look into the complexities of love, family, and the search for belonging. With its focus on Filipino culture and immigrant challenges, this film resonates with audiences familiar with the nuances of the immigrant experience.