The Forgotten Americans
Author: Galan, Hector
Date Published: 2000
Video that is a compelling portrait about the people who live in the U.S. neighborhoods called colonias found along the border with Mexico. There are almost 1500 colonias in the United States, usually lacking the most basic services such as water and electricity. The film tracked the lives of colonia residents for over a year and captured their struggle to survive as they searched for the American Dream. Video is narrated by Henry Cisneros. Available in DVD format.
Date Published: 2000
Video that is a compelling portrait about the people who live in the U.S. neighborhoods called colonias found along the border with Mexico. There are almost 1500 colonias in the United States, usually lacking the most basic services such as water and electricity. The film tracked the lives of colonia residents for over a year and captured their struggle to survive as they searched for the American Dream. Video is narrated by Henry Cisneros. Available in DVD format.
