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STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon

2025-06-21 en
DocumentaryComedyFamilyAnimation
STREET SMART: LESSONS FROM A TV ICON is a feature documentary about Sonia Manzano — known to millions as “Maria” from SESAME STREET. The film follows Sonia’s remarkable journey, from a young girl in the South Bronx finding refuge in television, to becoming the first Latina on American TV in a regular role, through 44 years on screen on SESAME STREET, and now as a creator of ALMA'S WAY. Featuring interviews with luminaries, original animation, and scripted scenes that blend humor and heart, this inspirational documentary invites viewers to learn once again from this beloved icon.

Director

Ernie Bustamante

Producer

Steven Canals

Producer

Maor Azran

Editor

Sean Puglisi

Executive Producer

Elyssa Bustamante

Executive Producer

Renee Cafaro

media coming of age representation latina inspirational television

Status

Released

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