Migrant Crossing

A perilous migrant journey of faith, waiting, and survival in southern Mexico

Migrant Crossing follows three Central American migrants as they begin a dangerous journey north, driven by the hope of safety and a better life. Coming from Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala, they join many others who cross into southern Mexico under conditions marked by fear, exhaustion, and uncertainty. Their path is shaped by constant risks including kidnapping, sexual violence, assault, and death, dangers that have become increasingly common along the migration routes.
The film is set largely near the border between Guatemala and Mexico, where a migrant camp stands beside the railway tracks used by freight trains heading north. For many, this place represents a pause in an otherwise relentless journey, a space of waiting before attempting to continue toward the United States. A local shelter offers temporary refuge, food, and emotional support, allowing migrants to recover strength and find the will to move forward despite the threats surrounding them.
The documentary places the struggle for migratory human rights within a broader social and spiritual context. Early in the film, a public demonstration evokes the Christian image of the Via Crucis, comparing the migrants’ path to a journey of suffering and sacrifice. Through an observational camera and direct testimonies, director Hauke Lorenz allows migrants to speak in their own words, sharing their strategies, fears, faith, and determination as they face a journey of more than 1,700 kilometres toward an uncertain future.