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The Bronze Screen directed and produced by Susan Racho, and Alberto Dominguez, examines, analyzes, and critiques the portrayal of Latinos in Hollywood over the course of a century. [1] Released in 2002, the documentary traces the different stereotypes evoked by Hollywood throughout the mid 19th and 20th century. [2]
The Bronze Screen: 100 Years of the Latino Image in American Cinema: Directed by Alberto Domínguez, Susan Racho, Nancy De Los Santos-Reza. With Benicio Del Toro, Anthony Quinn, Dolores Del Río, Pablo Ferro. Documentary about the presence of Latin American culture and actors in American movies.
- (117)
- 2001-09
- Documentary, History
- 90
For over a century their contributions have helped create cinema as we know it today. The Latino image has reflected U.S. and world politics. This HBO/Cinemax documentary interviews Latinos actors, directors, and producers about their experiences in the world of cinema.
Oct 9, 2002 · By Michael Speier. A dignified journey into little-explored territory, “The Bronze Screen: 100 Years of the Latino Image in Hollywood Cinema” beautifully tracks one of the art form’s...
Jan 7, 2003 · Narrated by Wanda De Jesus, The Bronze Screen honors the past, illuminates the present, and opens a window to the future of Latinos in motion pictures. From silent movies to urban gang films, stereotypes of the Greaser, the Lazy Mexican, the Latin Lover, and the Dark Lady are examined.
- (47)
- English
- Multiple Formats, NTSC, Black & White, Color
- 1 hour and 30 minutes
While Reel Injun looks at the poor portrayals of Indians and Native Americans in cinema from the turn of the 20th century to the present day (or at least the 2000s), Bronze Screen looks at the impacts and portrayals cinema had of Latino and Hispanic people.
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From silent movies to urban gang films, stereotypes of the Greaser, the Lazy Mexican, the Latin Lover and the Dark Lady are examined. Rare footage traces the progression of this distorted screen image to the increased prominence of today's Latino actors, writers, and directors.
