Guardian (2018)

Manuel is a gay Latino teen who lacks guidance and support. Even though his mother, Anna deeply cares for him, she is only able to prove and instill her love through video tapes made from afar. Keeping his sexuality and boyfriend a secret from his homophobic father, Manuel must decide the life he wants to live or end.

Cast (6)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

V

Virginia Blanco

Anna

Carlos Flores Jr.

Manuel (as Carlos Flores Jr)

J

Jeremy Champ Morales

Young Manuel

R

Roy Manzanares

Howard

C

Connery Morano

James

Gretchen Klein

Carol

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