El Norte

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El Norte ★★★★ 1983 (R)

Gripping account of a Guatemalan brother and sister, persecuted in their homeland, who make an arduous journey north (“El Norte”) to America. Their difficult saga continues as they struggle against overwhelming odds in an attempt to realize their dreams. Passionate, sobering, and powerful. In English and Spanish with English subtitles. Produced in association with the “American Playhouse” series for PBS. Produced by Anna Thomas who also co-wrote the story with Nava. 139m/C VHS . SP David Villalpando, Zaide Silvia Gutierrez, Ernesto Cruz, Eracio Zepeda, Stella Quan, Alicia del Lugo, Lupe Ontiveros; D: Gregory Nava; W: Anna Thomas, Gregory Nava. Natl. Film Reg. '95.

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