Rootless
Synopsis
Nila is interviewed by an immigration officer in Canada. This marks the beginning of her immigrant journey. She calmly answers the questions, but a chaos of fear and confusion shocks her inner world. A year later, the questions continue on other people’s lips and faces. The last question: “Was it worth it?” prompts Nila to break the fourth wall and look into the camera; the answer is no longer hers alone, but that of whoever is behind the screen.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leslie Ortiz
- Original Title
- Rootless
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
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What is Rootless about?
Nila is interviewed by an immigration officer in Canada. This marks the beginning of her immigrant journey. She calmly answers the questions, but a chaos of fear and confusion shocks her inner world. A year later, the questions continue on other people’s lips and faces. The last question: “Was it worth it?” prompts Nila to break the fourth wall and look into the camera; the answer is no longer hers alone, but that of whoever is behind the screen.
Who directed Rootless?
Rootless was directed by Leslie Ortiz.
Who stars in Rootless?
The principal cast of Rootless includes Lilibeth Rivas.
When was Rootless released and how long is it?
Rootless was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 7m.