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Trailblazers have been working around the world to change some of the norms that no longer serve us. Travel to Cuba and Pakistan for a look at how some trailblazers are making social change happen.

In 1912, Puerto Rican feminist Luisa Capetillo, a lectora (reader) for cigar workers, made headlines when she decided to wear pants to work. And she refused to back down.

WHAT WE LOVE:

Based on a true story! Phenomenal acting and settings. Inspiring. A must-see.

You can also see this film in Theme Block 2: Challenging Roles, Changing Norms

Year
2024
Runtime
22 minutes
Language
Spanish
Country
Puerto Rico
Premiere
Florida
Subtitle Language
English
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Director
Antonio Asencio
Screenwriter
Antonio Asencio
Producer
Hania Sánchez Corujo, Antonio Asencio
Executive Producer
Ernesto E. Asencio
Cast
Aris Mejías, Junior Alvarez
Cinematographer
Jeannice Mustafá
Editor
Manuel E. Rosario, Hania Sánchez Corujo, Yara Cintrón Rivera

2 films in package

Capetillo

Luisa Capetillo, the Puerto Rican revolutionary, engages in a heated discussion with her boss upon arriving at work wearing men's pants and a blazer in early 20th century Puerto Rico. She won't back down give up until she makes her message clear.

OUTSWING

The men in this traditional, conservative village in Pakistan aren’t sure they want young girls playing sports, much less competing in a cricket match far from home. Plus the girls have no equipment, and little money for anything else. But the girls, and their unusual coach, think they can prevail. Mesmerizing, even if you don’t know much about cricket!