STREET SMART: LESSONS FROM A TV ICON traces the trailblazing journey of Sonia Manzano aka “Maria” from Sesame Street. From a young girl finding refuge in television in the South Bronx, to becoming the first Latina on American TV in a regular role, and now a television creator with Alma’s Way, Sonia continues to break barriers. Blending interviews with luminaries, reenactments, and animation, this heartfelt documentary invites viewers to learn once again from this beloved icon.
Director Ernie Bustamante in attendance.