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Chulas Fronteras

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Music of the Mexican community on both sides of the border becomes a form of social protest.

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John DeFore The Hollywood Reporter 06/27/2019
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. Go to Full Review Dennis Harvey 48 Hills 10/12/2020
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... Go to Full Review Richard von Busack North Bay Bohemian 09/26/2019
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. Go to Full Review Daniel Barnes Dare Daniel 09/26/2019
4/5
Rather than rely on false framing devices or obnoxious narration, Blanks lets his words and images explain everything. Go to Full Review Kelly Vance East Bay Express 09/25/2019
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. Go to Full Review Kiko Martinez Remezcla 08/19/2019
A-
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. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Les Blank

Director

Chris Strachwitz

Producer

Les Blank

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Les Blank

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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
Production Co
Les Blank Films
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Runtime
58m