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Latin Explosion: A New America, The (2015)
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Latin Explosion: A New America, The (2015)

Genre
Documentary
Release Date
November 16, 2015
Studio
HBO Films
Official Site
http://www.hbo.com/documentaries/the-latin-explosion-a-new-america
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
November 16, 2015
MPAA Rating
-
Duration
65 minute(s)
Production Budget
-
Studio
HBO Films
Official Site
http://www.hbo.com/documentaries/the-latin-explosion-a-new-america
Director
Matthew O'Neill, Jon Alpert
Producer
Matthew O'Neill, Jon Alpert
Starring
  • John Leguizamo as Narrator
  • Eva Longoria as Herself
  • Sofia Vergara as Herself
  • Ricky Martin as Himself
  • Shakira as Himself
  • Marc Anthony as Himself
  • Jennifer Lopez as Herself
  • George Lopez as Himself
  • Thalia as Herself
  • Pitbull as Himself
  • Romeo Santos as Himself
  • Los Lobos
  • Cheech Marin
  • Desi Arnaz
  • Rita Moreno
  • Carlos Santana as Himself
  • Gloria Estefan as Herself
  • Emilio Estefan
  • Jose Feli

Directed by Matthew O'Neill and Jon Alpert, this vibrant documentary chronicles the seismic cultural shift brought about by Latino artists in American entertainment. Narrated by John Leguizamo, the film weaves together the personal stories and electrifying performances of icons like Jennifer Lopez, Ricky Martin, Shakira, and Marc Anthony, tracing a journey from marginalization to mainstream dominance. It explores how pioneers such as Desi Arnaz and Rita Moreno paved the way for a new generation, including Sofia Vergara, Pitbull, and Gloria Estefan, to reshape music, television, and film. More than a celebration of stardom, it captures a powerful movement of identity and influence, revealing how these voices collectively forged a new, undeniable chapter in the American story.