Director: Sarasa Kikuchi
Cinematography: Jiale Li
Edited by: Sarasa Kikuchi, Jiale Li
Featuring: Tanairi Garcia Vega, Socorro Vega, Nathaniel Vega
Cinematography: Jiale Li
Edited by: Sarasa Kikuchi, Jiale Li
Featuring: Tanairi Garcia Vega, Socorro Vega, Nathaniel Vega
Chelsea is a short documentary exploring the life of Tanairi Garcia Vega, a single mother and a community leader who founded Aloe Natural, a café and community hub in Chelsea, Massachusetts. With a deep connection to her roots in the city, Tanairi shares her journey of overcoming challenges as an immigrant entrepreneur while balancing motherhood and activism. The film captures her resilience, determination, and the love she has for her community, highlighting her role in fighting for change and offering a sanctuary for Chelsea’s residents. Through intimate interviews and compelling visuals, the documentary explores the emotional and physical spaces of family, culture, and the struggle for better futures in the face of gentrification and economic hardship.
