Description |
1 videodisc (55 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. |
System Details |
DVD, NTSC, widescreen; 5.1 surround. |
Credits |
Editor, Kim Connell ; director of photography, Guy Mossman. |
Note |
Originally produced in 2012. |
Audience |
Rating: Not rated. |
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High school 9-12. |
Summary |
The program documents a year in the life of Mariachi Halcon, a top-ranked competitive high school mariachi band in the rural ranching town of Zapata, Texas. Using the band and its music as a lens, this spirited documentary focuses on Mexican-American teenagers pursuing excellence and finding strength in themselves, as well as a connection to their cultural heritage. |
Note |
Bonus features include interviews, student update, This is Zapata, Texas, Marioki sing along, trailer and broadcast promo. |
Language |
In English and Spanish with optional English and Spanish subtitles; optional video descriptions in English; |
Note |
GMD: videorecording. |
Subject |
Mexican American teenagers -- Texas -- Zapata.
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School music -- Texas -- Zapata.
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Mariachi musicians -- Texas -- Zapata.
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Added Author |
Trachtman, Ilana, producer, director.
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Connell, Kim, director.
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Sheehan, Kelly, producer.
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Rubylake (Firm)
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Chicken & Egg Pictures (Firm)
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Latino Public Broadcasting (Firm)
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Independent Television Service.
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PBS Distribution (Firm)
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ISBN |
9781608837281 |
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1608837289 |
Standard No. |
841887017312 |
Music No. |
MAHI601 PBS |
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