In the 1980s, Legg Lake, located within the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area in South El Monte, California, became a vibrant hub for freestyle music and dance culture. This expansive park, featuring three interconnected lakes, provided […]
Traces over three generations an immigrant family’s trials, tribulations, tragedies, and triumphs. Maria and Jose, the first generation, come to Los Angeles, meet, marry, face deportation all in the 1930’s. They establish their family in […]
In 1931, La Placita Park in Los Angeles was the site of a devastating raid. Immigration agents stormed the park, rounding up and deporting people simply because of their Mexican heritage. Many were U.S. citizens, […]
The 1960s and 1970s were transformative decades for Mexican Americans, marked by a fervent quest for identity and equality. The documentary episode “Prejudice and Pride” delves into this pivotal era, shedding light on the challenges […]
The word “Chicano” has a rich history, deeply intertwined with the cultural, social, and political experiences of Mexican Americans. Its origins are often traced back to the term “Mexica” (pronounced Meh-shee-kah), which was the name […]
