Venustiano Carranza

The role of women in Latin American society started to evolve during the postcolonial years of the early twentieth century. As Latin American countries started to assert their independence and search for ways to secure a prosperous future, women also fought to secure changes that would ensure them a better quality of life. The gender biases that had relegated women to household duties had also expanded to include obligations to perform duties in industrial factories. The struggle to balance…

characterize the distinctive cinematic film perspectives of immigration as either Hollywood, Mexican, or Chicano (152). Mexican filmmakers often drew inspiration from revolutionary political changes such as the Mexican Revolution. Mexican President Venustiano Carranza even encouraged filmmakers to presented this idea of nationalism and pride. The United States Hollywood films, viewed the violence of the revolution and presented stereotypical representations of Mexicans being “drunks, criminals,…

The most popular dancers in Morelos, Mexico are Los Chinelos. Their movements and costumes have captivated their audiences for many years. The live brass band that usually follows them during their performance, like the chinelos, is also a staple of Mexican pride and culture. The image and dance of Los Chinelos has spread to other states in Morelos and has even crossed the borders of Mexico into the United States. Los Chinelos have come to represent the national and regional identity of the…