In 'Problemista' Julio Torres spins immigration stress into satire.

In 'Problemista', comedian and writer Julio Torres satirizes immigration stress, drawing from his own experiences navigating the system's complexities. After arriving in the US on a student visa, he transitioned to a work visa, then had to switch to an artist visa to earn money as a comedian and writer. Torres found the New York City open-mic stand-up scene a valuable stepping stone to establish himself in the creative world.

March 11, 2024
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