A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story
Synopsis
Built around the landmark 1954 legal case Hernandez v. Texas, the film interweaves the stories of its central characters with a broader story of the civil rights movement. It also brings to life the heroic post-World War II struggle of Mexican Americans fighting to dismantle the discrimination targeted against them.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 23, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Miller, Carlos Sandoval
- Screenplay & Story
- Carlos Sandoval
- Original Score
- Steven Schoenberg
- Original Title
- A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Camino Bluff Productions, ITVS, Latino Public Broadcasting
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Miller, Carlos Sandoval
Carlos Sandoval
Steven Schoenberg
Aaron Vega
Peter Miller, Carlos Sandoval, Michael Jordi Valdés
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Miller
Director
Carlos Sandoval
Director
Carlos Sandoval
Writer
Peter Miller
Producer
Carlos Sandoval
Producer
Michael Jordi Valdés
Producer
Aaron Vega
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story about?
Built around the landmark 1954 legal case Hernandez v. Texas, the film interweaves the stories of its central characters with a broader story of the civil rights movement. It also brings to life the heroic post-World War II struggle of Mexican Americans fighting to dismantle the discrimination targeted against them.
Who directed A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story?
A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story was directed by Peter Miller, Carlos Sandoval.
Who stars in A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story?
The principal cast of A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story includes Edward James Olmos.
When was A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story released and how long is it?
A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Class Apart: A Mexican American Civil Rights Story was composed by Steven Schoenberg.