Here where the fire burns

"Through careful observation and remarkable intimacy, Juan Manuel Sepúlveda captures the everyday rhythms, challenges, and solidarities of a migrant community, offering a moving reflection on endurance, belonging, and Haitian identity." - Isabel Arrate, Artistic Director, IDFA

In an encampment of Haitian migrants around the statue of Giordano Bruno, in the heart of Mexico City, three women who fled violence and hunger hope to reach the promised land — and love.

  • Title: Here where the fire burns
  • Duration: 97 min.
  • Screening format: DCP
  • Language: Hatian Creole and Spanish
  • Subtitles: Spanish, English and French
  • Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
  • Sound: 5.1
  • Year: 2026
  • Production country: México
  • Production companies: Fragua Cinematografía, FOCINE - Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía
Director and cameraman
Juan Manuel Sepúlveda
Editing
Pablo Gil Rituerto, Juan Manuel Sepúlveda
Sound design and Mix
Thomas Becka, Antonio Porem
Production
Juan Manuel Sepúlveda, Mariana Mendivil