It's Always Shiny in Sabana Grande(1988)

It's Always Shiny in Sabana Grande is a coming-of-age film following Victor, a middle-class boy who runs away from home determined to find his father. His journey takes him across unexpected terrain, where he forms an unlikely bond with two street children who become his guides and companions. Together, the trio navigates hardship and discovery, learning that family and belonging can be found in the most surprising places. The film captures the resilience of childhood against the backdrop of poverty and social inequality, blending humor with genuine emotion as Victor's search becomes less about reaching a destination and more about the connections forged along the way.