Documented (2013)

Plot

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jose Antonio Vargas reveals his undocumented status in a groundbreaking 2011 New York Times Magazine piece. 'Documented' follows his poignant story from the Philippines to America as a child, highlighting his evolution into an outspoken immigration reform advocate. The documentary not only captures his activism but also explores his deeply personal quest to reunite with his mother, whom he hasn’t seen in two decades. Vargas’s journey is a compelling exploration of identity, belonging, and the complexities of the immigrant experience in America.