dream. grab it tight and make it come true. >> he has a passion for music, and he doesn't let anyone stop him. he doesn't let anyone get in his way. and that's what i really look up to. and i think other kids might look up to as well. if they have a secret passion, they have to share it with the world just like miguel does. >> reporter: he also connects with old loved ones, and realizes family can link us to our past but also bridge us to our future. >> everyone comes from a family. we all come from somewhere. this film points out that you can pursue your dream and take off on a singular journey, and you don't have to abandon writ is you come from or who it is that you belong to. that in fact if you keep those things close to you, it makes you a better person, a more complete person. and that's a lovely thought to have, especially in this time and age. ♪ >> reporter: and throughout its