A year in the life of Teresa: an immigrant mother of four who after being married for 22 years, decides to leave her abusive husband upon her arrival to the U.S., in 1998.

Set in 1998, Teresa immigrates to the U.S. to escape a 22-year abusive marriage in Mexico. With one adult child still in Mexico and three in tow, Teresa struggles to make a new life for her family in Los Angeles. Battling her selfish relatives and manipulative ex-husband, in addition to the steep challenges many immigrants face, she must learn to fight for herself and her kids in all aspects of her life. A compelling tale of resilience and the power of family, but an expertly understated work of film art.—Orlando Sentinel