DreamTown is a documentary about the precarious dream of a young Afro-Ecuadorian soccer player, Anibal Chala, as he strives to make it to the professional leagues, and eventually sees his dreams become reality. This coming-of-age story follows Anibal over the span of six years, from the youth minor leagues until he secures a place on Ecuador’s First Division team, ranking among the country’s top 10 players at the young age of 17.

Dreamtown offers families, lovers of international films and soccer enthusiasts a...
Universal Story. DreamTown is a film that resonates with audiences of diverse ethnicities and ages because it is a universal story of the underdog looking to defy the odds to make his dream a reality.

Story of ‘Other’ Timely and relevant. It elevates the story of “the other” within the context of marginalized communities divided by race, which intersects with the ongoing struggles of minorities in the United States.

Family Values. The film is an aspirational story that celebrates self empowerment, discipline and family values.

Targeted Soccer Content for Growing Demand. Appeals to for a growing demand of soccer-related content with growth of sport’s popularity in the country.

Targeted Content for under-served Hispanic Community. Offers Spanish-speaking audiences a story that is relatable in their communities, which connects them to their cultural roots.