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A single descriptor cannot possibly capture the spirit and cultures of people who come from a vast geography—from present-day Southwestern U.S. to the southernmost tip of South America, and nearly every country and island in between. That’s why you’ll encounter many ways in which people describe themselves and their heritage.
You’ll see terms like Latina, Latino, and non-gendered versions such as Latine and Latinx. You might also hear Hispanic, Chicano, Tejano, Taino, Isleños, Boricua, Afro-Latino, along with many other terms used by those with families and ancestors from the 22 nations and territories that make up Latin America.
This is why you’ll encounter a variety of ways people identify themselves and their heritage—Latina, Latino, Latine, Latinx, Hispanic, Chicano, Tejano, Taino, Isleños, Boricua, Afro-Latino, and many more from the 22 nations and territories that comprise Latin America.
Explore an array of voices and stories in this collection of programs and documentaries.
Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined
Explore the story of Dominican-American poet and novelist Julia Alvarez, who burst onto the literary scene and blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.
Ashley, a Mexican-American teenager living in an agricultural town in the central coast of California, dreams of graduating high school and going to college. But when ICE raids threaten her family, Ashley is forced to become the breadwinner, working days in the strawberry fields and nights at a food processing company
American Experience
Discover how Moreno defied her humble upbringing and racism to become one of a select group of Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award winners. Explore her 70-year career with new interviews, clips of her iconic roles and scenes of the star on set today.
American Masters
Discover the candid perspectives of Latine actors, writers, producers, directors, and showrunners across generations as they dissect the ever-evolving issue of Latine representation in Hollywood.
When you hear "Latino" you probably think of people from Latin America—places like Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, etc. But where exactly did the history of that word come from, and has it always meant Central America and South America as well as the Caribbean? Danielle traces the origin of the term "Latino" and the debates that still surround it as well as the term "Hispanic" and "Latinx." Learn more
José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire
The life of Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco (1883-1949), a life filled with drama, adversity and triumph, is one of the great stories of the modern era.
Los Hermanos/The Brothers
Ilmar and Aldo are virtuoso Cuban-born brothers living on opposite sides of a geopolitical chasm a half century wide. Tracking their parallel lives, poignant reunion, and momentous first performances together, Los Hermanos/The Brothers offers a nuanced, often startling view of estranged nations through the lens of music and family.
Independent Lens
Filmmaker Rodrigo Reyes wants to document Sansón's story, an immigrant serving life in prison. Unable to film Sansón, the documentary creatively shares his narrative through reenactments of his letters, featuring his own family as actors.
American Masters
Jovita Idar (1885-1946) helped organize the first Mexican American civil rights conference in 1911 to address racism, lynching, and dismal educational opportunities for Mexican American children.
Wonders of Mexico
Travel south along Mexico's mountain spine, explore the tropical forests of the Maya and journey across the deserts of Northern Mexico to discover its amazing wildlife and culture.
Buen Provecho
The Emmy Award-winning documentary explores Florida’s Spanish roots through its cuisine, while blending historical narrative with delicious recipes and vibrant locations.
Sounds of Our Hispanic Heritage
Taped in 2019. Enjoy cultural music in celebration Hispanic Heritage Month.
Oceans Of Pink
This is a story of how dragon boat racing has grown in popularity among breast cancer survivors across Florida and the participation in the sport among Hispanic women.
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