Tag Archives: Immigrants & Immigration

Children of Giant Takes a New Look at an Old Film on PBS

Posted on April 17, 2015 by Judith Trojan

Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, James Dean, Dennis Hopper, Sal Mineo and film director George Stevens.  Through the years, it’s been hard to dodge the after-hours buzz on this stellar crew.  It’s also hard to imagine them playing second fiddle to anyone, but that’s what … Continue reading →

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Rebel Honors Latina Soldier in the American Civil War

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Judith Trojan

I’m generally not a fan of documentaries that incorporate dramatic re-enactments into the mix. However, I applaud filmmaker María Agui Carter—Rockefeller fellow and native of Ecuador—who includes some quite lovely and effective dramatic moments in her new hour-long film, Rebel, premiering on PBS on Memorial Day … Continue reading →

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