Lingua Franca is a film that follows the story of an undocumented Filipina trans woman named Olivia who works as a caregiver for Olga, an elderly Russian woman in Brooklyn. Olivia is also trying to secure a green card through her marriage to a Russian man, Alex. As Olivia navigates her relationships with Olga and Alex, she finds herself falling for a handsome young man named Alex, who is also an undocumented immigrant.
As Olivia struggles to keep her secrets hidden and maintain her relationships, she must also confront the harsh realities of being an immigrant in America. The film explores themes of love, identity, and the complexities of living in a foreign land.
Lingua Franca is a poignant and timely film that sheds light on the struggles faced by undocumented immigrants in the United States, while also highlighting the universal experiences of love and longing.