Representation of Latinx characters across film genres remains limited and even more so for Central Americans, who are often overlooked in the industry. As a descendant of Central American war refugees, I was raised with the understanding that plants are sacred. My roots trace back to the mountains of Chalatenango, El Salvador, and I’ve never fully identified with the industrial city life of the U.S., which often feels disconnected from that ancestral bond. I deeply relate to the cultural dynamics explored in this story, and as a filmmaker, I see film as a powerful medium to illuminate the spiritual lineage and enduring connection between the Latinx community and the natural world.