Los Sures
Synopsis
A documentary on the inhabitants of South Williamsburg, New York, whose lives are explored through the testimony of five inhabitants of the Brooklyn neighborhood. In the late 70s and early 80s, Los Sures was one of the poorest neighborhoods in New York City. In fact, it had been called the worst ghetto in America. Diego Echeverria's film skillfully represents the challenges of its time: drugs, gang violence, crime, abandoned real estate, racial tension, single-parent homes, and inadequate local resources. The complex portrait also celebrates the vitality of this largely Puerto Rican and Dominican community, showing the strength of their culture, their creativity, and their determination to overcome a desperate situation.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 29, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 1, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Diego Echeverria
- Original Title
- Los Sures
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Oscilloscope
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Diego Echeverria
Mark Benjamin, Alicia Weber
Kate Taverna
Diego Echeverria, David Loxton
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Benjamin
Director of Photography
Diego Echeverria
Director
Diego Echeverria
Producer
Kate Taverna
Editor
Alicia Weber
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Los Sures
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What is Los Sures about?
A documentary on the inhabitants of South Williamsburg, New York, whose lives are explored through the testimony of five inhabitants of the Brooklyn neighborhood. In the late 70s and early 80s, Los Sures was one of the poorest neighborhoods in New York City. In fact, it had been called the worst ghetto in America. Diego Echeverria's film skillfully represents the challenges of its time: drugs, gang violence, crime, abandoned real estate, racial tension, single-parent homes, and inadequate local resources. The complex portrait also celebrates the vitality of this largely Puerto Rican and Dominican community, showing the strength of their culture, their creativity, and their determination to overcome a desperate situation.
Who directed Los Sures?
Los Sures was directed by Diego Echeverria.
Who stars in Los Sures?
The principal cast of Los Sures includes Marta Avilés, Evelyn Borges, Tito Lopez, Ana Maria Soto, Cuso Soto.
When was Los Sures released and how long is it?
Los Sures was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 58m.