Rootless
Sep 01, 2025 · 7m
Director
Leslie OrtizOverview
Nila is interviewed by an immigration officer in Canada. This marks the beginning of her immigrant journey. She calmly answers the questions, but a chaos of fear and confusion shocks her inner world. A year later, the questions continue on other people’s lips and faces. The last question: “Was it worth it?” prompts Nila to break the fourth wall and look into the camera; the answer is no longer hers alone, but that of whoever is behind the screen.
Cast of Rootless
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What is Rootless about?
Nila is interviewed by an immigration officer in Canada. This marks the beginning of her immigrant journey. She calmly answers the questions, but a chaos of fear and confusion shocks her inner world. A year later, the questions continue on other people’s lips and faces. The last question: “Was it worth it?” prompts Nila to break the fourth wall and look into the camera; the answer is no longer…
When was Rootless released?
Rootless was released on September 1, 2025.
How long is Rootless?
Rootless runs 7 minutes.
Who directed Rootless?
Rootless was directed by Leslie Ortiz.
Who is in the cast of Rootless?
The cast of Rootless includes Lilibeth Rivas (Nila).