From first-time filmmaker John James, this is an inspiring portrait of Luis A. Miranda Jr., an immigrant who left Puerto Rico for New York City in the 1970s. Luis had big dreams, but little did he know how far he’d go. Landing an influential position in New York City’s administration as the director of Hispanic affairs, he helped shape New York politics for over three decades. Luis Miranda’s devotion to family and country shine brightly throughout. Following the devastation of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, he helps plan relief efforts and manages the logistics behind a special dream of his; bringing his son Lin-Manuel Miranda’s award-winning production of" Hamilton" to the island. With humor and heart, Siempre, Luis tells the true story of a proud American.
- Year2020
- Runtime94 minutes
- LanguageEnglish and Spanish
- CountryUSA
- DirectorJohn James
From first-time filmmaker John James, this is an inspiring portrait of Luis A. Miranda Jr., an immigrant who left Puerto Rico for New York City in the 1970s. Luis had big dreams, but little did he know how far he’d go. Landing an influential position in New York City’s administration as the director of Hispanic affairs, he helped shape New York politics for over three decades. Luis Miranda’s devotion to family and country shine brightly throughout. Following the devastation of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, he helps plan relief efforts and manages the logistics behind a special dream of his; bringing his son Lin-Manuel Miranda’s award-winning production of" Hamilton" to the island. With humor and heart, Siempre, Luis tells the true story of a proud American.
- Year2020
- Runtime94 minutes
- LanguageEnglish and Spanish
- CountryUSA
- DirectorJohn James