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Chulas Fronteras

1976 58m Documentary List
100% Tomatometer 6 Reviews Popcornmeter 0 Ratings
Music of the Mexican community on both sides of the border becomes a form of social protest.

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John DeFore Hollywood Reporter Drawing connections between music, cooking and daily life in Blank's signature fashion, the film is warm-hearted without ignoring the troubles immigrants have always endured. Jun 27, 2019 Full Review Dennis Harvey 48 Hills Even the most cheerful-sounding dance tunes here are not without their sharp political edge in lyrics, however, gradually turning the deceptively breezy film into a regional history that encompasses historical and ongoing prejudice... Oct 12, 2020 Full Review Richard von Busack North Bay Bohemian Despite the exuberance of the beat, Chulas Fronteras doesn't neglect the political side of life. Key to this film is the problem of crossing a line that, as Octavio Paz wrote, is not a border, but a scar. Sep 26, 2019 Full Review Daniel Barnes Dare Daniel Rather than rely on false framing devices or obnoxious narration, Blanks lets his words and images explain everything. Rated: 4/5 Sep 26, 2019 Full Review Kelly Vance East Bay Express It's a romantic portrait of the border, and despite the farm labor issues, a place better defined by barbacoa, large families, and some of the most rousing acoustic dance music on the planet. Sep 25, 2019 Full Review Kiko Martinez Remezcla An urgent reminder to Latinos nationwide that the traditions of our past can never be erased, appropriated or walled off without a fight. It's in our blood. Rated: A- Aug 19, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Music of the Mexican community on both sides of the border becomes a form of social protest.
Director
Les Blank
Producer
Chris Strachwitz
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Runtime
58m