The Undocumented Lawyer
World Premiere

The Undocumented Lawyer

2020 Official Selection: Shorts
Short | United States | 19 MINUTES | English, Spanish | English subtitles
Women, Documentary, Politics

Lizbeth Mateo is an attorney who swore to uphold the Constitution. She’s also undocumented. When a client takes sanctuary in a church, Lizbeth’s own experience guides their fight for justice.



Playing in: Choose Your Battles
Cast & Credits
Directed by
Zach Ingrasci and Chris Temple
Director
Zach Ingrasci
Chris Temple
Producer
Jenna Kelly
Cinematographer
John Pope
Emily Topper
Composer
Max Avery Lichtenstein
Editor
Lila Place
Executive Producer
Brenda Avila-Hannah
Morgan Kays
John Trefry
Associate Producer
Claudia S. Murray
In Association With
4WT Media
Impact Producer
Claudia S. Murray


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