7,185 Mile, Maria Saldajeno Interview by Ezekiel Saldajeno

       

7, 185 Mile

A Maria Saldajeno Interview

By: Ezekiel Saldajeno

I, Ezekiel Saldajeno, interviewed my mother, Maria Saldajeno. I chose my mother because she has answers or information that may differ from other people. But it is also an interview that emphasize Filipinos believing the idea that United States is somewhat superior to the Philippines. I attempted to create the video to make it seem "fun" so it must be watched as a whole, not in segments. But if one is to look at it in segments, I divided it below.

Self and Family Background (00:53-2:48)

This first segment talks about Maria Saldajeno's basic information on her life during the Philippines. She attempts to describe what her life was like growing up in the Philippines, what she hoped for as she was attending school.

Life in America (03:15-04:30) 

Second segment is about Maria Saldajeno's experiences living in the United States, involving who petitioned her and why she was petitioned. This segment also involves her expectations, and difficulty (difference between America and Philippines) of living in the area.

Children in America (04:34-06:13)

The third segment talks about what Maria Saldajeno did to maintain the language and Filipino culture intact with her children. She also explains why moving the the United States is beneficial for her children.

Reflection (06:20-06:54)

The Fourth and final segment is to sum up the whole interview. I ask her if she regrets immigrating to the United States and if she believes in the "American Dream."