El legado de Arturo Alfonso Schomburg

El legado de Arturo Alfonso Schomburg 1984

1

Documentary exploring the life and work of the noted Puerto Rican bibliophile and historian, Arturo Shomburg, who devoted much of his life to collecting and documenting the African heritage and diaspora.

1984

La ruta de los murales

La ruta de los murales 2009

1

The testimonies of some artists on mural painting in Puerto Rico, as well as art historians and curators, offer multiple perspectives of the mural paintings in different geographical areas of the island.

2009

Las huellas de Nilita

Las huellas de Nilita 2002

1

Documentary about the life and work of noted journalist and writer, Nilita Vientós Gastón.

2002

The Two Worlds of Angelita

The Two Worlds of Angelita 1983

5.80

As experienced by 9 year old Angelita, the film portrays the hardship of migration endured by her family’s move from a small town in Puerto Rico to New York City’s Lower East Side.

1983

Raíces eternas

Raíces eternas 1984

1

A journey through the boundaries that form the picture of Puerto Rican cultural identity. It includes recreations of the 1918 earthquake, the Spanish conquest of the Taínos, among other milestones in the history of Puerto Rico.

1984

Luchando por la vida

Luchando por la vida 1984

5.00

Explores through interviews, photos, and old movies, the development of the tobacco industry in Puerto Rico, focusing on the role of women in their family environment, work, and community.

1984

Al Hawaii

Al Hawaii 1985

1

Details the migration of Puerto Ricans to Hawaii in the early 1900's and examines the cultural legacy passed on to the present generation of Puerto Rican Hawaiians.

1985

Mamagüela

Mamagüela 1994

1

Experimental film about rhythm as corporal expression of a culture. Presents various choreographies and does not include the participation of men.

1994

Vieques: Isla Nena

Vieques: Isla Nena 1992

1

Explores the history of the island of Vieques, also known as Isla Nena.

1992

Sabios árboles, mágicos árboles

Sabios árboles, mágicos árboles 1987

1

Animated documentary highlighting the importance of protecting the environment and conserving it through the care and cultivation of flora and fauna.

1987