I Carry You with Me is a critically acclaimed drama film that was released in 2020. Directed and co-written by Heidi Ewing, the film offers a rare and poignant exploration of love, identity, and family across generations and borders. The film was produced by Alexandra Garcia and was co-written by Alan Page Arriaga.
The main characters of the film are Ivan (Armando Espitia) and Gerardo (Christian Vasquez). Ivan is a young aspiring chef who works in a restaurant in a small town in Mexico. Gerardo is an older man who is working as a dishwasher in the same restaurant. They meet by chance and quickly fall in love, while Ivan struggles to find his place in the macho culture of his homeland.
As Ivan's culinary career starts to take off, he is offered an opportunity to work in a restaurant in New York, and he must choose between pursuing his dreams and leaving the man he loves behind. The film follows Ivan as he navigates the challenges of immigrating to the US and building a new life in a foreign land. Along the way, we see glimpses of his past and the people who have shaped his life, including his mother, his ex-girlfriend, and his son.
I Carry You with Me is both a tender love story and a powerful portrait of the immigrant experience. The film has received acclaim for its heartfelt performances, its intimate cinematography, and its sensitive portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters. It is a must-see for anyone interested in exploring complex themes of love, family, and personal identity.