AIDS IN THE BARRIO
Price: $225.00 Code: 1189 |
Examines the impact of AIDS within Hispanic-American communities, focusing on the
specific economic, social and cultural factors which influence perception of the AIDS
crisis, including macho attitudes about sexuality, traditional relations between men and
women, prejudices against homosexuality, and the prevalence of drug abuse.
Directed by Peter Biella and Frances Negron
1990, 28 minutes
Purchase: $250 Classroom Rental: $50
* Most Creative Entry, John Muir Medical Film Festival
"Intimate...a convincing portrayal of AIDS, not just as a problem for the gay community but also as the plague of the urban poor."-Library Journal
Good "Useful as a library resource for a social-service agency or as part of a barrio disease-prevention program."-Video Rating Guide for Libraries
Directed by Peter Biella and Frances Negron
1990, 28 minutes
Purchase: $250 Classroom Rental: $50
Subjects & Collections
Short Films American Studies Aging / Gerontology AIDS Health Latino Studies Sociology Directed by Women
Festivals & Awards
* Gold Medal, John Muir Medical Film Festival* Most Creative Entry, John Muir Medical Film Festival
Reviews
"Effectively deals with a crucial issue."-Booklist (American Library Association)"Intimate...a convincing portrayal of AIDS, not just as a problem for the gay community but also as the plague of the urban poor."-Library Journal
Good "Useful as a library resource for a social-service agency or as part of a barrio disease-prevention program."-Video Rating Guide for Libraries