The Naturalized
"What it means and what it takes to become an American by choice"
The Naturalized is a documentary film. directed by Aaron Lubarsky.
Starring Isabel Allende, Charo, and Alan Cumming
Synopsis
Weaving together the lives of different people from different countries who all share a quest for citizenship by choice, not birthright, this documentary travels from a citizenship class in San Jose to a naturalization ceremony in Iraq. Along the way, there's unprecedented access to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service, revealing the complex process up close, including a marriage interview and the one-on-one Citizenship Exam. How many amendments are in the Constitution? To become an American, not knowing is not an option. Contemporary stories of struggle and success are combined with insightful interviews from notable naturalized citizens like Fareed Zakaria, Alan Cumming, David Rakoff, and Isabel Allende.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Naturalized about?
Weaving together the lives of different people from different countries who all share a quest for citizenship by choice, not birthright, this documentary travels from a citizenship class in San Jos...
Who directed The Naturalized?
The Naturalized was directed by Aaron Lubarsky.
Who are the main actors in The Naturalized?
The main cast of The Naturalized includes Isabel Allende, Charo, Alan Cumming, Bai Ling, Paulina Porizkova.