EPF Media’s selection of Latin American Studies films paints a rich portrait of the diverse cultures in Latin American countries like Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Mexico, and more. The 25 documentary films in the Latin American Studies Series approach issues with both understanding and depth, making them ideal titles for classroom learning and an array of library programming.
Diverse Subject Matter
EPF titles promote intersectionality, with a number of Latin American Studies films focusing on the empowerment of women, indigenous people, and the LGBTQ community. The lives of minority activists are explored in Carlos Jauregui: The Unforgettable Fag, which documents the life of an Argentinean gay activist, and The Suffragists, a film about Eufrosina Cruz’s fight for political freedom as an indigenous woman from Oaxaca, Mexico. In addition to The Suffragists, there are many other titles that tackle issues relating to women’s studies. For example, Bellatrix: The Awakening of Feminism explores the discourse surrounding gender and sexual politics in Brazil.
Abundant Educational Resources
Many of these titles include comprehensive study guides for teachers and educators. For example, The Suffragists includes a synopsis of the film, a brief breakdown of Mexico’s administrative structure and indigenous politics, a glossary of key terms and people, a timeline relating to the suffrage movement discussed in the film, and even a list of books and online resources. These study guides make it easy to design a lesson plan around the film and create abundant pathways for additional learning.
Any of the films from EPF Media’s Latin American Studies Series would be an excellent way to spark a discussion in the library or classroom.