A Story Rooted in Community and Change

Barrio is a moving short narrative dramedy directed by Alexander Ibarra. The film stars Chei Maguey, Jackie Torres, Dominique Cala, and Jason Gutierrez. At its heart, Barrio tells the story of a recent college graduate facing an uncertain future. As she helps her aunt close the doors of their cherished Mexican bakery in Portland, she also confronts the harsh reality of gentrification.

The Impact of Gentrification on Culture

The film highlights the cultural struggles that arise when neighborhoods change. For many, gentrification is more than rising rents or new coffee shops. It is about losing spaces that once represented home, history, and belonging. Through the bakery’s closure, Barrio illustrates how entire communities feel the effects of urban shifts.