Most people dream of a better future. Pedro, an aspiring social worker, is no different. But as a blind, undocumented immigrant, Pedro faces political restrictions to obtain his college degree, secure a job in his field, and support his family. As he finally graduates, uncertainty looms over Pedro. What starts as a journey to provide mental health care for his community ultimately transforms into Pedro’s path towards his own healing. Through experimental cinematography and sound, "unseen" reimagines the accessibility of cinema, while exploring the intersections of immigration, disability, and mental health.
Content Warning: Grief, mentions of gun violence and suicidal ideation
Bio: Set Hernandez is a filmmaker and community organizer whose roots come from Bicol, Philippines. A queer, undocumented immigrant, Set dedicates their filmmaking to expand the portrayal of their community on screen. Set's feature-length documentary, "unseen," has been supported by the Sundance Institute, NBCUniversal, Field of Vision, among others. Set directed/produced the award-winning short documentary “COVER/AGE” (2019) about healthcare for undocumented elders. An alumnus of the Disruptors Fellowship, Set is also developing a TV comedy pilot and a feature-length screenplay. Set served as Impact Producer for "In Plain Sight" (2020) and the award-winning "Call Her Ganda" (Tribeca, 2018). Since 2010, Set has been organizing around migrant justice, from education equity to deportation defense. They are the co-founder of the Undocumented Filmmakers Collective which promotes equity for undocumented immigrants in the film industry. Above all, Set is the fruit of their family's love and their community's generosity.