The American Egypt / a film by Jesse Lerner.

Describes the social and political implications of the henequen and sisal industries in the Yucatán peninsula during the early part of the 20th century. The persecution of Yaqui and Mayan slaves is discussed, as well as the feminist and socialist movements of the time.

Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author: Seventh Art Releasing (Firm)
Other Authors: Lerner, Jesse
Language:English
Spanish
Language and/or Writing System:
In English, with Spanish subtitles ; and in Spanish, with English subtitles.
Published: L.A., CA : Seventh Art Releasing [distributor], [2001], ©2001.
Subjects:
Henequen industry > Mexico.
Sisal industry > Mexico.
Slavery > Mexico.
Socialism > Mexico.
Feminism > Mexico.
Mexico > History > Revolution, 1910-1920.
Mérida (Mexico) > History > 20th century.
Yucatán Peninsula > History > 20th century.
Documentary films.
Genre:
Documentary films.
Physical Description:1 videocassette (57 min.) : sound, black and white, color ; 1/2 in.
Format: Video VHS

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