Release of new film about Puerto Rico
Beginning June 14, a new film about the current political status of Puerto Rico and its historical struggle with the United States will have its national release on VOD video on demand on various platforms including Amazon, Google play,?Apple TV, iTunes and educational institutional servers Hoopla and Collective Eye.
The film?The Last American Colony?www.thelastamericancolony.com?offers a unique personal and historical review of the Puerto Rican independence movement, providing insight into the contested relationship between territory and nation state, probing deeply into the struggle for power, identity and liberty. Juan Segarra, a Harvard educated independentista, shares his motivations to fight for independence while revealing the transformation of his moral compass that is shaped by consequences few will endure.?As a leader within the Macheteros, Segarra reveals his dedication to Puerto Rican sovereignty and the price for that commitment.??
This is a film for all persons interested in understanding what it is to be Puerto Rican and what are the complex political narratives attached to this story of contemporary colonialization.?The award-winning documentary covers more than 100 years of struggle while staying focused on the contemporary tensions that ensure this island will continue to be a living example of national liberation. Screened and awarded in European and American film festivals,?The Last American Colony?is a compelling reminder that our past is present.
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1 年Great documentary! Thank you! Bestor, it would be great to connect. - Daniel
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2 年Congratulations - still should try and catch up with good weather - Ross
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2 年Brilliant film!
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2 年Congratulations on the release. Northern Light's films are always so deeply stunning.
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2 年Last American colony. So much for Guam and American Samoa.