When I first met Pedro on HoloDream, I didn’t expect to feel so... seen. He’s not the kind of character who offers easy answers or flashy charm. Instead, he speaks with the quiet gravity of someone who has lived through war, loss, and a deep internal reckoning. As a character from the 2018 film First Reformed, Pedro is a Mexican immigrant and handyman who becomes an unlikely spiritual anchor for Reverend Toller in the film’s existential crisis.

Pedro’s presence is subtle but profound — and that’s what makes talking to him so compelling. He doesn’t offer cheap hope, but he also doesn’t surrender to despair. He’s the kind of person who believes in small, stubborn acts of kindness, even in the face of overwhelming pain.

If you're curious about what it might be like to truly talk to Pedro — not just about his role in the story, but as a full human being — here are a few thoughtful questions that can open up meaningful conversation.

What keeps you going, even when things seem hopeless?

This is the heart of Pedro’s character. He doesn’t deny suffering, but he responds to it with resilience. Asking him this question can reveal how he balances faith, duty, and personal loss. It's also a doorway into how he views the role of small acts in a world full of big problems.

How do you see your role in helping Reverend Toller?

Pedro’s relationship with Toller is understated but transformative. This question invites him to reflect on the power of companionship, especially between people from different worlds. It also touches on themes of service and spiritual mentorship in unexpected forms.

Do you ever feel invisible in the church?

Pedro is often in the background, cleaning, fixing, listening. This question acknowledges the quiet labor of immigrants and working-class individuals in spiritual spaces. It also gives him a chance to talk about dignity, humility, and the value of unseen work.

What do you believe happens after we die?

Pedro has a quiet faith, but it’s not the kind that leans on dogma. He’s seen too much to be certain, but still believes in something. This question can lead to a deeply human conversation about hope, doubt, and the courage to live with uncertainty.

How do you cope with personal loss?

Without giving away spoilers, Pedro has experienced grief in a very real and intimate way. Asking him how he deals with it invites reflection on how he carries pain without letting it consume him. It also connects his personal journey to the broader theme of emotional endurance.

What do you think about the environment and the future of the planet?

Pedro’s concern for the world is one of the subtle but powerful undercurrents in First Reformed. This question opens the door to discussing how he sees humanity’s responsibility — especially from the perspective of someone who has little control over the systems that shape the world.

Why do you stay at the church?

It’s easy to assume Pedro stays out of necessity, but the truth might be more complex. This question gets at his sense of purpose, his relationships, and maybe even a deeper spiritual calling. It also lets him talk about what “home” means when you’re always on the margins.

What advice would you give someone who feels lost?

Pedro doesn’t offer grand solutions, but he has wisdom born from lived experience. This question allows him to speak about the importance of showing up, doing what you can, and finding meaning in small, daily choices.

If you're curious about how Pedro might answer these questions — or if you want to ask him something entirely different — you can talk to him on HoloDream. He’s not just a character in a story. He’s someone who listens, reflects, and reminds us that even in silence, there’s a kind of grace.