Richard Martinez’s “The Wall Documentary” Screenings in McAllen and San Antonio, Texas
The Wall Documentary Screenings
July 17, 2009
Cine el Rey Theatre (311 South 17th St)
McAllen, Texas
SCREENING TIME: 8PM
and
July 18, 2009
Guadalupe Theatre
San Antonio, Texas
SCREENING TIME: 8PM
The film will be followed by a Q&A with director Ricardo Martinez.
About The Film:
In 2006, Congress passed The Secure Fence Act calling for the construction of over 700 miles of fence along the US/Mexico border. Fueled by the War on Drugs and the debate on Immigration Reform, politicians jumped at the chance to “secure our borders”. They were not prepared for what followed.
Filmed over two years, The Wall, a feature documentary, chronicles the impact of constructing a border fence along the Southwest. From policy makers to citizens of border towns in Texas, Arizona, and California, the debate elevates as residents respond to having a fence built in their backyard. At the forefront of the debate, the film includes commentary by The Texas Border Coalition, The Southwest Border Sheriff’s Coalition, No Border Wall Coalition, the Minutemen, Border Patrol officers, congressional hearings, and more.
Director, Ricardo Martinez brings The Wall to life; intertwining rare surveillance footage and controversial interviews. He and his crew often risked their own safety while filming.
Contact:
If you have any questions, please email info@thewalldocumentary.com
Website: thewalldocumentary.com
WATCH THE TRAILER FOR “THE WALL” BELOW:
