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"A Dreamer Awakens."

At Age 7, Sam Ramirez-Herrera left Mexico with her family in pursuit of an American Dream. 30 years later, Sam, like so many other “Dreamers,” finds herself caught between two nations—fully belonging to none.

When a once-in-a-lifetime chance to return to Mexico brings her face to face with the trauma of her past, she’s forced to confront the question: what is home?

No Guarantees.

As both director and subject of a film following a highly personal journey, Samantha’s challenge was bigger than most first-time filmmakers.

As a creative production partner, Resonant took on fundraising, coordinated logistics across borders, and worked collaboratively in the edit to bring her writing and vision to life.

An Impact Campaign
with Global Reach.

The film screened at top film festivals around the world, winning audience award in its L.A. premiere at Dances With Films. It’s since played in Paris, Colombia, Guatemala and toured Mexican provinces through Semana de Cine Migrante Cineteca.

Through its educational release, educational institutions are utilizing the film to spark conversations about immigration and identity in high school and college classrooms.

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MARIAH CAREY IS CHRISTMAS

M+C Saatchi + Amazon Music
Anthem Film: A cinematic, doc-style anthem film shot across America—capturing the heart and grit of the delivery and trucking business.

ANTHEM FILM

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Healthcare That Heads You: Series of comedy spots for TIA, a company that reimagines healthcare with women at the center.

HEALTHCARE THAT HEARS YOU

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FORWARD RHYTHM

Google Brand Studio
Your Attention Please: A special musical episode for the Hulu show "Your Attention Please" hosted by Craig Robinson. Featuring Five VIP musical artists, the one-hour concert special blended performances, interviews, and style packages.

YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE

HULU
Powering McLaren Racing: A video and photo campaign showcasing how AI is super-charging businesses. Two tech giants, NVIDIA and Dell Technologies, partnered to create a customized AI platform to help McLaren speed ahead.

POWERING MCLAREN RACING

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Let's Be Clear: A docu-series of 8 short films and 4 photo essays that tell real stories about the importance of data for reforming the criminal justice system.

LET’S BE CLEAR

Measures For Justice
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LOVE

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Trust: A 30-second spot and an array of video & photo assets that led a quick-response campaign for an iconic global food brand.

TRUST

Bully Pulpit International + McDonald's
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