# Under the Same Moon (2007)

> A determined Mexican boy and his undocumented mother cross perilous emotional and physical distances in pursuit of reunion.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/20442

## Facts

- Runtime: 106 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Patricia Riggen
- Cast: Adrian Alonso, Kate del Castillo, Eugenio Derbez, Maya Zapata, Carmen Salinas, Angelina Peláez, Gabriel Porras, America Ferrera
- TMDB rating: 7.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0796307/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: earnest, sentimental, hopeful, quiet evening, socially conscious movie night

## Synopsis

A poignant tale of love and perseverance across borders, where hope knows no boundaries.

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