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Death on a Friendly Border
directed by Rachel Antell (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2002), 1 hour 5 mins
The border that runs between Tijuana and San Diego is the most heavily militarized border between "friendly" countries anywhere in the world. Since 1994 when the U.S. instituted Operation Gatekeeper, an average of one person a day has died crossing into the U.S. The policy has been condemned by the UN Commissioner...
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directed by Rachel Antell (New York, NY: Filmakers Library, 2002), 1 hour 5 mins
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The border that runs between Tijuana and San Diego is the most heavily militarized border between "friendly" countries anywhere in the world. Since 1994 when the U.S. instituted Operation Gatekeeper, an average of one person a day has died crossing into the U.S. The policy has been condemned by the UN Commissioner of Human Rights, Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International. This poignant film puts a human face on a tragedy that occurs daily. Fi...
The border that runs between Tijuana and San Diego is the most heavily militarized border between "friendly" countries anywhere in the world. Since 1994 when the U.S. instituted Operation Gatekeeper, an average of one person a day has died crossing into the U.S. The policy has been condemned by the UN Commissioner of Human Rights, Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International. This poignant film puts a human face on a tragedy that occurs daily. First we visit a small village in Oaxaca where more than half the men have emigrated to the United States to send money home. From here we follow the story of one young woman who made the journey to follow her husband, but died of dehydration in the desert. Then the film goes to Tijuana where thousands of people have desperately attempted the crossing, only to be thrown back. We learn of the hardships imposed by heat and thirst and abusive border guards. Finally, we hear first hand from a border guard, a human rights activist, and a citizen who actually goes into the desert each weekend to provide water for the fugitives. This is a memorable portrait of people who risk everything to come to "the land of plenty" --- and often lose this gamble. College Adult
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Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Author / Creator
Rachel Antell
Date Published / Released
2002
Publisher
Filmakers Library
Topic / Theme
Mexico and the United States Border, International relations, Immigration and emigration, Crossing borders, Politics & Policy, Law, Current Affairs, Mexicans, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2002. Used by permission of Filmakers Library. All rights reserved.
Place Discussed
United States, Mexico
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Other America, Local Heroes
directed by Joe Loncraine; produced by Joe Loncraine, Mark Turner, 1965-, Richard Wilson and Anya Sitaram, in Other America (London, England: SW Pictures, 2010), 23 mins
We follow workers into the USA in search of their American Dream. We also stay at home with Columbian farmers who are part of a rural middle class thanks to one of the world's most successful co-operatives. This programme looks at workers who feel they need to flee their country in order to achieve success and oth...
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directed by Joe Loncraine; produced by Joe Loncraine, Mark Turner, 1965-, Richard Wilson and Anya Sitaram, in Other America (London, England: SW Pictures, 2010), 23 mins
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We follow workers into the USA in search of their American Dream. We also stay at home with Columbian farmers who are part of a rural middle class thanks to one of the world's most successful co-operatives. This programme looks at workers who feel they need to flee their country in order to achieve success and others who have stayed at home and become successful through working together.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Joe Loncraine, Mark Turner, 1965-, Richard Wilson, Anya Sitaram
Author / Creator
Joe Loncraine
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
SW Pictures
Series
Other America
Topic / Theme
Immigration and emigration, Poverty, Current Affairs
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of Scott White Pictures.
Place Discussed
Mexico, Latin America
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Sunday Morning, The New Seven Wonders
produced by Columbia Broadcasting System, in Sunday Morning (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2007), 1 min
This Sunday Morning episode, produced by CBS News Productions, is about an updated 'Wonders of the World' list.
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produced by Columbia Broadcasting System, in Sunday Morning (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2007), 1 min
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This Sunday Morning episode, produced by CBS News Productions, is about an updated 'Wonders of the World' list.
Date Written / Recorded
2007
Field of Study
Media Studies
Content Type
News story
Contributor
Columbia Broadcasting System
Author / Creator
Charles Osgood, 1933-
Date Published / Released
2007
Publisher
Columbia Broadcasting System
Series
Sunday Morning
Topic / Theme
Monuments, Family and Culture
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2007 by Columbia Broadcasting System
Place Discussed
Mexico, Brazil, India, Peru, Jordan, Rome, Lazio- Palatine Hill, China
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Universal Newsreels, Release 74, September 8, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 74 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 7 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about heads of state and inaugurations and resignations.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 74 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 7 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about heads of state and inaugurations and resignations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 74
PRES. RUBIO RESIGNS; RODRIGUEZ SELECTED AS REPUBLIC'S RULER
MEXICO CITY, Mexico -- Impressive scenes mark the changing of the nation's Chief Executive. Surrounded by his loyal Cabinet and admirers, Pascual Ortiz Rubio relinquishes the reins of office at the Chapultapec Castle...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about heads of state and inaugurations and resignations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 74
PRES. RUBIO RESIGNS; RODRIGUEZ SELECTED AS REPUBLIC'S RULER
MEXICO CITY, Mexico -- Impressive scenes mark the changing of the nation's Chief Executive. Surrounded by his loyal Cabinet and admirers, Pascual Ortiz Rubio relinquishes the reins of office at the Chapultapec Castle. The opening session of the 35th Congress then chooses the Minister of War, General Abelardo L. Rodriguez to succeed him, and, after the solemn oath of office, the new President appears in front of the building where he is hailed by the crowds and saluted by the cadets of the Mexican West Point, his official escort and guard of honor. A stirring event, and one of great importance in Latin-American history, in view of Senor Rodriguez' first state message, his assurance of continued close friendship between Mexico and the United States.
FANS HAIL BASEBALL STARS SELECTED FOR 1932 ALL-AMERICA NINE
First and exclusive pictures of Babe Ruth's annual choice of the elite of the national game, the prime honor that can befall a big league player. The highlight of the baseball season, particularly timely right now as fandom looks forward to the World's Series. Here is the "perfect" team for 1932:
Catcher -- "Bill" Dickey..(Yankees)
Pitcher -- "Lon" Warneke...(Cubs)
Pitcher -- "Lefty" Grove (Athletics)
Left F. -- "Lefty" O'Doul (Dodgers)
3rd Base -- "Pie" Traynor.(Pirates)
Shortstop -- "Joe" Cronin (Senators)
Center F. -- Earl Averill...(Tigers)
Right F. -- "Chuck" Klein (Phillies)
2nd Base--"Tony" Lazzeri (Yankees)
1st Base--"Jimmy" Foxx (Athletics)
ENTIRE POPULACE OF ANCIENT CITY HONORS 12th CENTURY MARTYR
AQUILA, Italy -- With a pomp and pageantry that shames modern ceremonials, the coronation of Pope Celestino V, which transpired in 1294 A.D. at the Church of Collemaggio, is re-enacted in complete detail by local nobles and commoners. Magnificent medieval costumes, "Kings" and "Queens" with their retinues and the majesty of the "Papal delegation," make this scene a never-to-be-forgotten reminder of a colorful and glorious period of history.
SALOON ELIMINATED BY "TIP-LESS WAITER," INVENTOR PROPHESIES
WORCESTER, Mass. -- In preparation for the day when, and if, beer may be legalized, an astute hotel manager invents and demonstrates a novel serving device by which foaming glasses of beverage are lifted, by a concealed elevator, from cool cellars right up to the middle of the table in front of thirsty patrons. The new apparatus is supposed to do away with the brass rail and the importunities of the old-time bartender. But no provision is made for the patron who wants to discuss the weather, the latest political rumor and the "old lady's" latest eccentricities.
SHULTZ SMASHES ALL RECORDS TO CAPTURE HILL CLASSIC
PIKES PEAK, Col. -- At break-neck speed, up the twists and hair-pin turns of the famous mountain road, Glen Shultz of Colorado Springs forces his special hill-climbing car over the twelve-mile course in 16 minutes and 37 seconds to win the Penrose Trophy in the fourteenth annual running of this race. Thousands of spectators dot the mountain-side to witness the racers skid on the brink of eternity at the sharp bends in the route. Shultz is six times winner in this most spectacular American auto event.
ROYAL INFANT MAKES PICTURESQUE DEBUT IN BAPTISMAL RITES
M��DLING, Austria -- Ex-King Alphonso of Spain acts as god-father at the colorful christening of the Archduke Stephan, the new-born son of Archduke Anton of Hapsburg and Princess Ileana of Roumania, while 10,000 Austrians, loyal to the Hapsburg dynasty, cheer in the streets before the quaint old Church of St. Othmar. The Queen Mother Marie of Roumania, Archduchess Margaretta, the baby's aunt who acted as god-mother, ex-Queen Elizabeth of Greece, Archduke Theodore and Prince Edward of Parma also take part in the ceremony. An interesting and intimate view of the youngest Hapsburg and his royal relatives.
CHAMPION BUCKAROOS VIE FOR WORLD TITLE IN COWBOY THRILLER
LOS ANGELES, Cal. -- The vast stadium which lately rang with plaudits to the heroes of the Tenth Olympiad, now is filled to the echo with the "Yip-yip-yee-e-e" of the old West as America's expert cow-punchers exhibit their skill and ability in the Second Annual Congress of Rough Riders. The pick of the range and the round-up engage in astounding feats of broncho-busting, steer-wrestling and trick riding. A super-spectacle of equestrian prowess.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-09-08, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, Job resignations, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Place Discussed
Mexico
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60 Minutes, Watching the Border
produced by Keith Sharman, fl. 2006-2013, Columbia Broadcasting System, in 60 Minutes (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2010), 14 mins
January 10, 2010, 8:00 PM-Steve Kroft reports on the status of the multi-billion-dollar "virtual fence" being built at the U.S.-Mexican border, which is behind schedule and so far covers only about one percent of the border.
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produced by Keith Sharman, fl. 2006-2013, Columbia Broadcasting System, in 60 Minutes (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2010), 14 mins
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January 10, 2010, 8:00 PM-Steve Kroft reports on the status of the multi-billion-dollar "virtual fence" being built at the U.S.-Mexican border, which is behind schedule and so far covers only about one percent of the border.
Field of Study
Media Studies
Content Type
News story
Contributor
Keith Sharman, fl. 2006-2013, Columbia Broadcasting System
Author / Creator
Steve Kroft, 1945-
Date Published / Released
2010-01-10
Publisher
Columbia Broadcasting System
Series
60 Minutes
Topic / Theme
Mexico and the United States Border, Immigration and emigration, Law enforcement, Crossing borders, Political boundaries, Science and Technology, Migration and Diaspora, Politics & Policy, 21st Century in World History (2001– ), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2010 by Columbia Broadcasting System
Place Discussed
United States, Mexico
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America in the 20th Century, 1, America Becomes a World Power
produced by Media Rich Communications, in America in the 20th Century, 1 (Chesterton, IN: Media Rich Learning, 2004), 29 mins
The United States was irrevocably transformed between the end of the Civil War and the turn of the twentieth century. From controversial expansionism, through war in the Caribbean and Pacific, unrest in Asia and troubles at home, the country experienced radical change on a course to world leadership.
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produced by Media Rich Communications, in America in the 20th Century, 1 (Chesterton, IN: Media Rich Learning, 2004), 29 mins
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The United States was irrevocably transformed between the end of the Civil War and the turn of the twentieth century. From controversial expansionism, through war in the Caribbean and Pacific, unrest in Asia and troubles at home, the country experienced radical change on a course to world leadership.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Media Rich Communications
Date Published / Released
2004
Publisher
Media Rich Learning
Series
America in the 20th Century
Person Discussed
Emilio Aguinaldo y Famy, 1869-1964, John Milton Hay, 1838-1905, José Martí, 1853-1895, Theodore Roosevelt, 1858-1919, William Henry Seward, 1801-1872, Valeriano Weyler, 1838-1920, Woodrow Wilson, 1856-1924, Matthew Calbraith Perry, 1794-1858
Topic / Theme
Government policy, International relations, Treaties, United States territories, War, Battle of Manila, July 25-August 13, 1898, Boxer Rebellion, China, 1900, Philippine-American War, 1899-1902, Spanish-American War, 1898, American History, Reconstruction (1866–1876), The Gilded Age & Progressive Era (1876–1913), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
Copyright Message
© 2004 Media Rich Communications LLC
Place Discussed
Alaska, China, Cuba, Hawaii, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, Spain
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A Long Journey to Guadalupe
written by Ana Pino Sandoval; directed by Juan Francisco Urrusti, 1954-; produced by César Ramírez Morales, fl. 1997, Eduardo Ahued Ortega, fl. 1997 and Juan Francisco Urrusti, 1954- (Watertown, MA: Documentary Educational Resources (DER), 1996), 1 hour 37 mins
The veneration for Tonantzin-Guadalupe has been an essential Mexican theme underlying Mexican cultural and political values since the 16th century. Guided by the testimonies of Indigenous people, Mexicans of mixed heritage and Chicanos about this complex subject matter, the film helps us to understand why.
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written by Ana Pino Sandoval; directed by Juan Francisco Urrusti, 1954-; produced by César Ramírez Morales, fl. 1997, Eduardo Ahued Ortega, fl. 1997 and Juan Francisco Urrusti, 1954- (Watertown, MA: Documentary Educational Resources (DER), 1996), 1 hour 37 mins
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The veneration for Tonantzin-Guadalupe has been an essential Mexican theme underlying Mexican cultural and political values since the 16th century. Guided by the testimonies of Indigenous people, Mexicans of mixed heritage and Chicanos about this complex subject matter, the film helps us to understand why. The veneration for Tonantzin-Guadalupe has been an essential Mexican theme underlying Mexican cultural and political values since the 16th cen...
The veneration for Tonantzin-Guadalupe has been an essential Mexican theme underlying Mexican cultural and political values since the 16th century. Guided by the testimonies of Indigenous people, Mexicans of mixed heritage and Chicanos about this complex subject matter, the film helps us to understand why. The veneration for Tonantzin-Guadalupe has been an essential Mexican theme underlying Mexican cultural and political values since the 16th century. Guided by the testimonies of Indigenous people, Mexicans of mixed heritage and Chicanos about this complex subject matter, we can understand why. The film was shot in 16mm and produced between July 1987 and February 1996. Ten years after the 1521 Spanish conquest, young Indian Juan Diego was graced by the apparition of the Mother of God on Tepeyac Hill; a first Bishop of Mexico scoffed at this news, until a further miracle convinced the church to build a basilica in the deity's honor. While encouraging a Virgin Mary "cult" no doubt helped invaders impose Christianity on the populace, scholars point out that earth mother Tonantzin's role in indigenous creeds predate this development by 2,500 years. Thus the "new", compound divinity represented a covert "act of conquest by the Indians over the invading religion", one that developed potent political symbolism during Mexico's various independence struggles. The director, who is Mexican, states that "this is a testimony about the Mexican cult of the Virgin of Guadalupe, where the pilgrims signify the Mexican of all times and the pilgrimages, our history. For me this film literally means a nine year long journey to the unfathomable heart of Mexico and a better world with more peace and social justice."
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Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Ana Pino Sandoval, José Gallegos, Filiberto Dominguez, Leopoldo Zea, Luis Villoro, Antonio Velasco Piña, Guillermo Tovar di Teresa, Gutierre Tibón, Andrés Segura, Guillermo Schulenberg, Santiago Ramirez, Antonio Pompa y Pompa, Sergio Méndez-Arceo, Raúl Macías, 1934-2009, Alfredo López-Austin, Miguel Léon-Portilla, Loretta Hernandéz, José Cueli, Guillermo Bonfil Batalla, Fernando Beníte...
Ana Pino Sandoval, José Gallegos, Filiberto Dominguez, Leopoldo Zea, Luis Villoro, Antonio Velasco Piña, Guillermo Tovar di Teresa, Gutierre Tibón, Andrés Segura, Guillermo Schulenberg, Santiago Ramirez, Antonio Pompa y Pompa, Sergio Méndez-Arceo, Raúl Macías, 1934-2009, Alfredo López-Austin, Miguel Léon-Portilla, Loretta Hernandéz, José Cueli, Guillermo Bonfil Batalla, Fernando Benítez, César Ramírez Morales, fl. 1997, Eduardo Ahued Ortega, fl. 1997, Juan Francisco Urrusti, 1954-
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Author / Creator
Ana Pino Sandoval, Juan Francisco Urrusti, 1954-
Date Published / Released
1996
Publisher
Documentary Educational Resources (DER)
Topic / Theme
Mexican, Chicano, Politics, Imperialism, Blessed Virgin Mary, Pilgrimage, Religion, Ethnography, Mexicans, Latinos, American Indians
Copyright Message
by Documentary Educational Resources
Place Discussed
Mexico
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Other America, Testing Tourism
directed by Mallary Gelb, fl. 2002; produced by Mallary Gelb, fl. 2002, in Other America (London, England: SW Pictures, 2010), 26 mins
In the third episode of the documentary series THE OTHER AMERICA we look at the extent to which tourism can have a major impact on the economic lives of the poor. It may look like one long holiday but the business of tourism is big and can have a major impact on the economic lives of the poor. It's labour intensiv...
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directed by Mallary Gelb, fl. 2002; produced by Mallary Gelb, fl. 2002, in Other America (London, England: SW Pictures, 2010), 26 mins
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In the third episode of the documentary series THE OTHER AMERICA we look at the extent to which tourism can have a major impact on the economic lives of the poor. It may look like one long holiday but the business of tourism is big and can have a major impact on the economic lives of the poor. It's labour intensive so supplies lots of jobs and earns valuable foreign currency. Big resorts, backpacker tours, and developments designed to include the...
In the third episode of the documentary series THE OTHER AMERICA we look at the extent to which tourism can have a major impact on the economic lives of the poor. It may look like one long holiday but the business of tourism is big and can have a major impact on the economic lives of the poor. It's labour intensive so supplies lots of jobs and earns valuable foreign currency. Big resorts, backpacker tours, and developments designed to include the local communities are all part of the business. We look at these different faces of the industry in Mexico, Nicaragua and Peru to try to understand the potential of each one to change the lives of the poorest.
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Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Mallary Gelb, fl. 2002
Author / Creator
Mallary Gelb, fl. 2002
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
SW Pictures
Series
Other America
Topic / Theme
Poverty, Current Affairs
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of Scott White Pictures.
Place Discussed
Nicaragua, Mexico, Peru
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60 Minutes, The War Next Door
produced by Anya Bourg, fl. 2003-2013, Ana Real, fl. 2009-2014 and Kyra Darnton, fl. 2005-2013, Columbia Broadcasting System, in 60 Minutes (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2009), 12 mins
Drug-cartel fueled violence has turned into a war in Mexico, with thousands of deaths and the government battling gangs whose weapons come mostly from U.S. dealers. Anderson Cooper reports.
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produced by Anya Bourg, fl. 2003-2013, Ana Real, fl. 2009-2014 and Kyra Darnton, fl. 2005-2013, Columbia Broadcasting System, in 60 Minutes (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2009), 12 mins
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Drug-cartel fueled violence has turned into a war in Mexico, with thousands of deaths and the government battling gangs whose weapons come mostly from U.S. dealers. Anderson Cooper reports.
Field of Study
Media Studies
Content Type
News story
Contributor
Anya Bourg, fl. 2003-2013, Ana Real, fl. 2009-2014, Kyra Darnton, fl. 2005-2013, Columbia Broadcasting System
Author / Creator
Anderson Cooper, 1967-
Date Published / Released
2009-03-01, 2009-06-21
Publisher
Columbia Broadcasting System
Series
60 Minutes
Topic / Theme
Kidnapping, Organized crime, Drug trafficking, War and Violence, Mexicans
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Columbia Broadcasting System
Place Discussed
Mexico
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Homeland Insecurity
produced by Bill Brown (Pottstown, PA: MVD Entertainment Group, 2008), 1 hour 1 mins
Dreamwhip's Bill Brown returns with 3 new films! The Other Side explores US/Mexico immigration issues and activist groups that supply water and rides to people crossing the border - who are stranded or lost in the desert. At a time when border politics and immigration are all over the news, it's great to get an in...
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produced by Bill Brown (Pottstown, PA: MVD Entertainment Group, 2008), 1 hour 1 mins
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Dreamwhip's Bill Brown returns with 3 new films! The Other Side explores US/Mexico immigration issues and activist groups that supply water and rides to people crossing the border - who are stranded or lost in the desert. At a time when border politics and immigration are all over the news, it's great to get an independent, emotional, and real piece of film about what is going on. Bill is more like a silent observer showing us what he sees and...
Dreamwhip's Bill Brown returns with 3 new films! The Other Side explores US/Mexico immigration issues and activist groups that supply water and rides to people crossing the border - who are stranded or lost in the desert. At a time when border politics and immigration are all over the news, it's great to get an independent, emotional, and real piece of film about what is going on. Bill is more like a silent observer showing us what he sees and narrates in a manner that is informative without being totally detached. "Hub City" is a short about Lubbock, TX - the home of Buddy Holly and trajectories of death and small towns. AA Trailer is a goofy short about the joy of film making for The Ann Arbor Film Festival. Shot beautifully on real film, these experimental documentaries represent a hometown of past, present, or future.
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Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Bill Brown
Date Published / Released
2008
Publisher
MVD Entertainment Group
Topic / Theme
Immigrant populations
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2006. Used by permission of MVD Entertainment Group
Place Discussed
Mexico
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