On June 18th 2018, an independent Quinnipiac University National Poll revealed that the majority of republicans supported the zero tolerance policy that caused 2,654 migrant kids to be separated from their parents at the US/Mexican border. That’s when my beloved Susana and I were inspired to make this humanitarian film that aspires to awaken our empathy and reflect upon the unfair criminalization of unauthorized immigrants.
JESUS NEBOT
Director/Writer/Producer/Actor
Jesus Nebot is a renowned filmmaker, social entrepreneur & human rights activist who speaks nationwide about effective solutions to our greatest human challenges, including immigration. His mission is to inspire personal and social healing and transformation through his speaking engagements and artistic endeavors. Among his many accolades, Jesus is the winner of 26 international awards for his work as writer, director, producer and star of his immigration feature film NO TURNING BACK
SUSAN SANTIAGO
Producer/Actor
Susan Santiago is a renowned actress, currently featured as Detective Gomez in FOX 2000’s feature film, The Hate U Give. Other film work includes supporting roles in Furious 7, Daddy Day Care, Sublime and Lifetime’s Justice for Natalee Holloway. Recent TV work includes guest starring and recurring appearances in Longmire, Scandal, How to Get Away With Murder, Criminal Minds, NCIS NOLA and CSI Miami. American Nightmare is her debut as a film producer.
Jesus Nebot, Kiana Jun Bartholomew and Susan Santiago at the DTLAFF where American Nightmare won the Best Narrative Short Film award.
Jesus Nebot and Susan Santiago at the PIFFLA where American Nightmare won the Audience Award.