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“Harvest of Empire” is a documentary that examines the role that U.S. military and corporate intervention in Latin America played in triggering massive waves of migration from Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Based on the groundbreaking book by Democracy Now! co-host Juan González, the film also offers a powerful glimpse into the enormous sacrifices and rarely noted triumphs of the millions of Latino immigrants who are transforming the nation’s cultural, economic and political landscape. Featuring rarely seen newsreel footage and perspectives from notable U.S. and international leaders, this film will appeal to all those who have an opinion about immigration.
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86%- Reviews Counted: 7
- Fresh: 6
- Rotten: 1
- Average Rating: 7.4/10
Top Critics' Reviews
Fresh: The filmmakers retain a touching faith that most Americans won't tolerate injustice when they know about it. This film is meant to teach them.
Fresh: Cogent doc makes the persuasive argument for the role that U.S. military and corporate interests have played in the influx of immigration from Latin American countries.
Fresh: Getzels and Lopez take a refreshing approach in this age of punditry and choir-preaching.
Fresh: This sobering and much-needed look at Latino migration is built on an undeniably optimistic premise: that once Americans have accurate facts, "they rarely allow injustices to stand."
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- $12.99
- Genre: Documentary
- Released: 2012
- © 2012 Onyx Media, LLC in partnership with EVS Communications and Gordon Getzels Production.