Films using the arts to promote intercultural respect, empathy and understanding.
From Box to Cajón, 30 min. shows off the musical instruments developed by Afro-Peruvians, especially the cajón – and in the process, tells the story of the community. Features Peta Robles along with John Santos, Huevito, and Lalo Izquierdo.
de la caja al cajón (30 in.) nos enseña los instrumentos musicales desarrollado por los afroperuanos – especialmente el cajón – y nos cuenta algo de la historia de este pueblo. Protagonizaado por Peta Robles, Huevito, Lalo Izquierdo y John Santos.
In ENGLISH y ESPAÑOL with subtitles
From Box to Cajón – de la Caja al cajón – reviews
Rasaki’s Drums – REVIEWS
Rasakis’ Drums and the rich d=rhythms of Nigeria’s Yorubá
Shows off important aspects of the Yorubá people of West Africa through a former drummer with King Sunny Adé, the “King of Juu Music.”. Since many African Americans have Yorubá roots, this film should have wide interest.
28 min., color, HD, closed captions, produced-directed by Eve A. Ma, in English.
PURCHASE: PRICE is $35. Has Extras. Send a PURCHASE ORDER;or use PayPal. Download non-commercial PPRs HERE.
Masters of Rhythm the Afro-Peruvian Way –Maestros del ritmo a la forma afroperuana–
AS SEEN ON NATIONAL PBS
ENGLISH: Three master musicians from Peru shoot the breeze about growing up with music and their love of the art. The 30-min. video also comes with great performances.
ESPAÑOL: Tres maestros del cajón y zapateo charlan y actúan en presentaciones alegres. Esta peli de 30 minutos se emitía por la televisión nacional en los EE.UU.
in English y español (w/subtitles)
REVIEWS – Masters of Rhythm
Artist in Society = REVIEWS
The Artist in Society: Talking with Hershell West
“…compelling documentary…. Highly recommended.” (T. Keogh for Video Librarian)
“…[provides] an enriched sense of why public art matters.” (Paul Straghalis Albany, CA, Public Library)
Best Film, Fine Arts Category, Black International Cinema of Berlin (GERMANY). It also screened in festivals in USA and France.
49 min., color, SD, closed captions, produced-directed by Eve A. Ma, in English.
Standard Educational Packet is $35 = Screening Kit, poster, other Extras. Send a PURCHASE ORDER; or use PayPal. Download non-commercial PPRs HERE.
A Zest for Life: Afro-Peruvian Rhythms, a Source of Latin Jazz
A one hour video which combines music, dance, interviews and narration to give the history and performance arts of the lively Afro-Peruvian community.
Features Lalo Izquierdo along with the group “de Rompe y Raja;” filmed in Peru and California.
A Zest for Life: Afro-Peruvian Rhythms, a Source of Latin Jazz – REVIEWS
Letitia Moore, Esq. – REVIEWS
Letitia Moore, Esq. – Mid-Career
IN PRODUCTION. Letitia Moore, Esq., former mayo and lawyer for the national EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), board member of several non-profits. She came to the .United States as a child. Her story is inspiring.
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