¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords (1996)
In the midst of the African American civil rights struggle, protests to end the Vietnam War and the women's movement for equality, Puerto Rican and Latino communities fought for economic and social justice. From Chicago streets to the barrios of New York City and other urban centers, the Young Lords emerged to demand decent living conditions and raised a militant voice for the empowerment of the Puerto Rican people in the United States. Palante, Siempre Palante documents the history with on-camera interviews, archival footage, photographs and music. The documentary surveys Puerto Rican history, the Young Lords' activities and philosophy, the torturous end of the organization and its inspiring legacy.
Director: Iris Morales
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 48 min
Release Date: October 15, 1996
Country: Puerto Rico
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords about?
- In the midst of the African American civil rights struggle, protests to end the Vietnam War and the women's movement for equality, Puerto Rican and Latino communities fought for economic and social justice. From Chicago streets to the barrios of New York City and other urban centers, the Young Lords emerged to demand decent living conditions and raised a militant voice for the empowerment of the Puerto Rican people in the United States. Palante, Siempre Palante documents the history with on-camera interviews, archival footage, photographs and music. The documentary surveys Puerto Rican history, the Young Lords' activities and philosophy, the torturous end of the organization and its inspiring legacy.
- Who directed ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords?
- ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords was directed by Iris Morales.
- How long is ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords?
- ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords has a runtime of 48m (48 minutes).
- What genre is ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords?
- ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords is a Documentary film.
- Where was ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords produced?
- ¡Palante, Siempre Palante! The Young Lords was produced in Puerto Rico.