"Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story
Synopsis
The untold tragedy and scandal of what happened to a vibrant community of immigrants from the Cape Verde Islands in the Fox Point section of Providence, Rhode Island who were forcibly displaced by urban renewal to make way for fancy coffee shops, antique stores and elegantly restored houses. Poignant, heartfelt and warm, in a timeless snapshot SKFPR captures the essence, spirit and heart of a community whose history was erased before it was written.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
"Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story, trailer & Director's statement
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-03-03
Release History & Theatrical Window
Museum of Fine Arts (Boston)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claire Andrade-Watkins
- Screenplay & Story
- Claire Andrade-Watkins
- Original Title
- "Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- SPIA Media Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claire Andrade-Watkins
Claire Andrade-Watkins
Boyd Estus
Christian Cundari, Claire Andrade-Watkins
Claire Andrade-Watkins
Department Leadership Roster
Claire Andrade-Watkins
Director
Claire Andrade-Watkins
Writer
Claire Andrade-Watkins
Producer
Boyd Estus
Director of Photography
Christian Cundari
Editor
Claire Andrade-Watkins
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for "Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story.
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What is "Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story about?
The untold tragedy and scandal of what happened to a vibrant community of immigrants from the Cape Verde Islands in the Fox Point section of Providence, Rhode Island who were forcibly displaced by urban renewal to make way for fancy coffee shops, antique stores and elegantly restored houses. Poignant, heartfelt and warm, in a timeless snapshot SKFPR captures the essence, spirit and heart of a community whose history was erased before it was written.
Who directed "Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story?
"Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story was directed by Claire Andrade-Watkins.
Who stars in "Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story?
The principal cast of "Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story includes Not specified.
When was "Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story released and how long is it?
"Some Kind of Funny Porto Rican?": A Cape Verdean American Story was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.