Chicana
Originally released in 1979. Chicana is a documentary film. directed by Sylvia Morales. At just 23 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dolores Huerta
Synopsis
CHICANA traces the history of Chicana and Mexican women from pre-Columbian times to the present. It covers women's role in Aztec society, their participation in the 1810 struggle for Mexican independence, their involvement in the US labor strikes in 1872, their contributions to the 1910 Mexican revolution and their leadership in contemporary civil rights causes. Using murals, engravings and historical footage, CHICANA shows how women, despite their poverty, have become an active and vocal part of the political and work life in both Mexico and the United States.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 14, 1979
47 years ago
Runtime
0h 23m
23 minutes total
User Rating
3.3/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chicana about?
CHICANA traces the history of Chicana and Mexican women from pre-Columbian times to the present. It covers women's role in Aztec society, their participation in the 1810 struggle for Mexican indepe...
Who directed Chicana?
Chicana was directed by Sylvia Morales.
How long is Chicana?
Chicana has a runtime of 0 hours and 23 minutes (23 minutes total).
When was Chicana released?
Chicana was released on January 14, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Chicana?
The main cast of Chicana includes Dolores Huerta.