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We Speak America
We Speak America explores the cultural complexities of identity through interviews with women and men of different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Contrasting stories are interwoven in a dialogue that explores the challenges and rewards of biculturalism and bilingualism. Americans of Latino, European, African, Indigenous, Middle Eastern and Asian descent offer a glimpse into the complex spectrum of experiences surrounding the process of identity formation that occurs in multicultural environments. Through these interviews, people share stories of personal and cultural identity, honor family histories and present visions for a multicultural future that celebrates diversity. A Ghanian immigrant explains how knowledge of her history confers a sense of pride towards her cultural background. A Chinese American educator reveals her embarrassment about her Chinese background and guides us through the journey to China that led her to reclaim her identity. A Jewish consultant affirms the importance of raising her children in an environment that reflects society at large. A community organizer turns the notions of borders on its head by validating his natural connection to this continent. An African American principal and a Korean American businessman validate in very different ways the empowering effect of culturally specific schooling. An Indian American dancer demonstrates how difficult it can be to find a comfortable definition of self. A Mexican mother confronts her young son’s unexpected sense of identity. We Speak America is a testament to how multiculturalism both defines and enriches America. It is an in-depth look at diversity and what it really means to be American. Director: David Sweet-Cordero
Imagen Awards, Finalist Best Documentary, Beverly Hills, May 2003
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