La Estrella
A bilingual, narrative short film rooted in the lived realities of Latino families affected by counterfeit prescription pills, La Estrella invites audiences into a conversation about grief, love and community healing.
Set in a Latino community, La Estrella tells the story of two brothers whose bond is tested by a devastating encounter with a counterfeit prescription pill. Inspired by true stories, this bilingual, narrative short captures the vulnerability and strength of families navigating loss. It's an invitation to speak openly about dangers too often kept in the shadows.
Written by: Gerardo Coello Escalante & Amandine Thomas
Directed by: Gabriela Diaz Arp
Produced by: Anna Jimenez Lyle
Executive Producer: Song for Charlie
Subtitles: Spanish, English
The centerpiece of our La Estrella Educator Package is the Curriculum Guide, developed with educators, for educators. This guide transforms the film into a complete educational experience with:
A detailed 50-minute lesson plan framework and Student-Facing Deck
Thought-provoking discussion questions
Student note-taking handouts with educator answer keys
Interactive activity guides
Key vocabulary and essential takeaway