Movies with Immigrant-Life Mood

After falling victim to a scam, a Filipino filmmaker extends his stay in Los Angeles and forms an unexpected connection with his cute but serious Korean-American roommate.

Mateo Alvarez is a young man who comes into America illegally for a better future. He finally becomes one of the best software engineers in an underground ring. Hanna Walker, an American girl with big plans for her future and a free-spirited outlook on life, spots Mateo’s skills when she is required to handle an urgent issue to save her family’s reputation. Their relationship blossoms as they navigate the challenges of coming from different worlds, with Mateo’s undocumented status remaining a secret. The night of Hanna's birthday, Mateo makes a mistake that changes everything. Under the influence of bad judgment and a tense situation, he has a one-night stand with Hanna’s best friend, Tessa Geryson. He instantly regrets it, knowing that he has betrayed the person he loves most. Things spiral further when Tessa, recognizing Mateo’s vulnerability, begins to blackmail him. She demands he help her take down Hanna’s family using his tech skills, or she will tell Hanna everything including Mateo’s undocumented status...