Tested: Becoming a U.S. Citizen

Through the stories of tutors, legal experts and aspiring citizens, “Tested” explores the U.S. naturalization process, the history behind its requirements and how they continue to evolve. The film reveals the challenges and unseen barriers many face on the path to citizenship and examines what the process says about becoming an American.

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