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Dolores

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English

directed by Nichole Luna

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic76/100
Google Users91%
Director: Douglas KeeveGenres: Documentary, Biography

Plot Summary

Dolores is a documentary film that chronicles the life and activism of Dolores Huerta, a tenacious and influential labor leader and civil rights activist. The film highlights her co-founding of the United Farm Workers with Cesar Chavez and her lifelong fight for workers' rights, racial justice, and gender equality. It showcases her unwavering dedication, her ability to inspire and organize, and her enduring legacy in shaping social movements.

Critical Reception

Dolores received widespread critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of a vital, yet often overlooked, historical figure. Critics lauded its insightful look into Huerta's multifaceted life and its compelling narrative of her tireless advocacy. The film was praised for bringing attention to her significant contributions to the labor and civil rights movements, often overshadowed by her male counterparts.

What Reviewers Say

  • A compelling and long-overdue tribute to a pivotal activist.

  • Highlights Huerta's essential role in social justice movements.

  • Praised for its intimate and inspiring portrayal of her life and work.

Google audience: Viewers found the documentary to be inspiring and educational, frequently praising Dolores Huerta as a powerful role model and highlighting the importance of her activism. Many appreciated the film for shedding light on her significant contributions to labor and civil rights, which they felt were often underrecognized.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival (2017).

Fun Fact

Dolores Huerta's iconic slogan 'Sí, se puede' ('Yes, it can be done') became the rallying cry for the United Farm Workers movement and has since been adopted by various social justice movements worldwide.

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