STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon
Synopsis
STREET SMART: LESSONS FROM A TV ICON is a feature documentary about Sonia Manzano — known to millions as “Maria” from SESAME STREET. The film follows Sonia’s remarkable journey, from a young girl in the South Bronx finding refuge in television, to becoming the first Latina on American TV in a regular role, through 44 years on screen on SESAME STREET, and now as a creator of ALMA'S WAY. Featuring interviews with luminaries, original animation, and scripted scenes that blend humor and heart, this inspirational documentary invites viewers to learn once again from this beloved icon.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Bentonville Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ernie Bustamante
- Screenplay & Story
- Ernie Bustamante
- Original Title
- STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ernie Bustamante
Ernie Bustamante
Sean Puglisi
Steven Canals, Maor Azran, Elyssa Bustamante, Renee Cafaro, Kristy Rider
Department Leadership Roster
Ernie Bustamante
Director
Steven Canals
Producer
Maor Azran
Producer
Sean Puglisi
Editor
Ernie Bustamante
Writer
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What is STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon about?
STREET SMART: LESSONS FROM A TV ICON is a feature documentary about Sonia Manzano — known to millions as “Maria” from SESAME STREET. The film follows Sonia’s remarkable journey, from a young girl in the South Bronx finding refuge in television, to becoming the first Latina on American TV in a regular role, through 44 years on screen on SESAME STREET, and now as a creator of ALMA'S WAY. Featuring interviews with luminaries, original animation, and scripted scenes that blend humor and heart, this inspirational documentary invites viewers to learn once again from this beloved icon.
Who directed STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon?
STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon was directed by Ernie Bustamante.
Who stars in STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon?
The principal cast of STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon includes Sonia Manzano, Stephen Schwartz, Sonia Sotomayor, Alison Bartlett, Ryan Dillon.
When was STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon released and how long is it?
STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon was released in 2025 with a total runtime of Unknown.