The Hidden Strength of Roma’s Heart

Cleo, a devoted maid in 1970s Mexico City, becomes the silent backbone of a family dealing with love, loss, and societal changes.

Fan theories suggest that Cleo’s quiet strength is not only a reflection of her role as a servant but also as a symbol of the untold lives of women and working-class people in Mexican society. Some believe her journey mirrors the struggles of many who silently endure hardships while caring for others.

What if Cleo had found a different life outside of her employer’s family, one where her dreams were realized, not sacrificed for others? Could she have been more than just the caretaker?

The key moment in Roma is when Cleo, after losing the child she was carrying, steps into the waves of the ocean, symbolizing her personal rebirth and resilience. It’s a turning point that shows her strength to keep going.

Imagine a sequel where Cleo finds her own path, perhaps with a family of her own, or a prequel exploring her life before she became a maid, showing how she learned the strength to carry on through the hardships of her own upbringing. Would she still be the same Cleo we know and love?