Sugar Island redefines the coming-of-age story through Makenya, a young girl from a remote batey community in the Dominican Republic. Her journey into adulthood is shaped not by rebellion but by unwanted pregnancy, poverty, and collective struggle. Blending documentary and fiction, the film captures resilience rooted in family and community. With stunning visuals and subtle political undertones, it reflects on colonial legacies while staying grounded in the present. A deeply local yet universally resonant tale, Sugar Island is both intimate and urgently relevant.
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