The subject of the film, children traveling alone and taking the dangerous, illegal road to immigration, can be very emotional.
Many of the children presented in the film have emotional backstories.
An extended sequence focuses on the deaths that have been associated with child immigration. One body that is found is said to be in such a state that it is not able to be presented to the parents (not seen). An emotional funeral service follows.
At one point, the fate of young people is left ambiguous when they don't meet the film crew at a checkpoint.
The film does not end happily, nor is it sad. Overall, it is very emotional due to its subject matter.