The read
It runs a compact 1h 26m.
Synopsis
Actress Rosie Perez makes a stunning directorial debut in this heartfelt tribute to Puerto Rican pride. She takes an in-depth look at the complex and often controversial history of Puerto Rican-U.S. relations. By turns shocking and celebratory, this wide-ranging documentary examines such rich themes of the Puerto Rican experience as family, language, and racism, all with careful consideration of historical context.
Ratings
IMDb7.3/10
2 audience votes
Key crew
- Roger M. ShermanWriter
- Liz GarbusDirector
- Rosie PerezDirector
Cast
- Pedro Albizu CamposHimself (archive footage)
- Rosie PerezHerself
- Jimmy SmitsHimself
- Rafael TufiñoHimself
- Pedro PietriHimself
- Sixto RamosHimself
- Ramón RodríguezHimself
Themes
woman director