Mateo is almost a documentary about community activism and courage. With a mostly non-professional cast, Maria Gamboa has fashioned a moral tale of the prodigal son and his redemption. Mateo is a good-natured if opportunistic teenager who does little jobs for his petty gangster uncle. When he realizes the impact his deeds have on the community he tries to make amends. He draws strength and inspiration when he is told to join an extra-curricular theater group or flunk out of school. There he meets Ana and her misfit friends who embrace him.
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