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202095 minPGdocumentary

6.3/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Siempre, Luis

202095 minPGdocumentary

6.3/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Luis A. Miranda Jr. has dedicated his life to advocating for Latino communities across the United States while also raising his son, Lin-Manuel Miranda.

“It's time to tell his story.”

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Luis A. Miranda Jr. has dedicated his life to advocating for Latino communities across the United States while also raising his son, Lin-Manuel Miranda.

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John James

John Jamesdirector

Carlos Garcia de Dios

Carlos Garcia de Dioswriter

John James

John Jameswriter

Luis Alvarez y Alvarez

Luis Alvarez y Alvarezwriter

Raúl Santos

Raúl Santoswriter

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Luis A. Miranda Jr. has dedicated his life to advocating for Latino communities in the United States. Based in New York, he has played a significant role in local politics and national issues affecting these communities. The film also features his son, Lin-Manuel Miranda, known for the musical "Hamilton." Their relationship adds a personal touch to Luis's story. Through interviews and personal anecdotes, the documentary presents Luis's commitment to activism and his vision of the American Dream.

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