Youth Struggling for Survival. Like Father, Like Son
Description
Nationally acclaimed writer and poet Luis Rodriguez tells the story of his personal journey and transformation from an East Los Angeles gang member to teacher and mentor to Chicago's street kids. Rodriguez' mission to save his son, Ramiro - a member of a Chicago street gang - from prison is also documented, along with their struggle to heal their relationship scarred by Luis' past neglect of his son.
Runtime
35 min
Series
Subjects
- Crime prevention (61)
- Organized crime (76)
- Gangs (138)
- Violence in adolescence (9)
- Violence prevention (1)
- Crime (296)
- Youth and violence (28)
Contributor
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
[2013], c1996
Database
Films on Demand
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