It tried to take care of the problems poor people and immigrants faced in Chicago.
Many Chinese immigrants were facing serious discrimination in the major cities.
Many immigrants who feared they would lose benefits already face practical problems.
After that, illegal immigrants seeking to change their status would face a wrenching decision.
"In reality, life is like that," he said of the film's stories about immigrants facing exploitation, pain and loneliness.
The new immigrants facing a lot of hardship finally converted to Islam.
While many have prospered, the immigrants face a common struggle between traditional values and American customs.
In addition to the difficulty of obtaining documentation, the immigrants often face other obstacles.
Despite the risk of death and the other dangers that illegal immigrants face, they go in hope of a better life.
Other immigrants who could help fill the child care gap are facing an uphill struggle.