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Living in America: A Hundred Years Of Ybor City
| Length: | 53 min |
| Released: | 1989 |
| Ages: |
High School College Adult |
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This film celebrates the long and rich tradition of Latin culture in this country in its vivid portrayal of Ybor City, Florida. This multicultural community was founded in the 1880's, when Cuban, Spanish and Italian immigrants arrived to work in the thriving cigar factories. It flourished until World War II when the effects of assimilation, urban renewal and the decline in the cigar industry led to its demise.
The film captures the colors, rhythms, and texture of this close-knit, ethnic enclave. Here people played dominoes over a cup of cafe con leche, socialized at the dance clubs, and took pride in a perfect, hand-rolled cigar. Although they experienced hard times and discrimination, they always had a protective community to fall back on.
A version with Spanish subtitles is available.
The film captures the colors, rhythms, and texture of this close-knit, ethnic enclave. Here people played dominoes over a cup of cafe con leche, socialized at the dance clubs, and took pride in a perfect, hand-rolled cigar. Although they experienced hard times and discrimination, they always had a protective community to fall back on.
A version with Spanish subtitles is available.
"This is a gem of a documentary for anyone interested in Latin culture in this country." - Library Journal
"This presentation would enhance a college course in sociology, ethnic studies or 20th century U. S. history." - Choice
"The film poignantly celebrates the ideals of heritage and community while preserving an important part of American history." - South Carolina Arts Commission
"This presentation would enhance a college course in sociology, ethnic studies or 20th century U. S. history." - Choice
"The film poignantly celebrates the ideals of heritage and community while preserving an important part of American history." - South Carolina Arts Commission
CINE Golden Eagle, 1988
Silver Plaque,Chicago Film Festival, 1988
Blue Ribbon, American Film Festival, 1988
Silver Plaque,Chicago Film Festival, 1988
Blue Ribbon, American Film Festival, 1988
