Ballad of an Unsung Hero (1983)

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Using rare historical footage, vintage musical recordings, and interviews with 88-year-old Pedro J. Gonzalez and his wife, this film chronicles Gonzalez’s long and colorful life, from his early days with Pancho Villa during the Mexican Revolution, to his career as a popular radio personality in Los Angeles in the 1930s, to the controversial court case that sent him to San Prison, a victim of the repressive forces operating against the Chicano/Mexicano community during that period.

Director: Isaac Artenstein
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 30 min
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Production: Cineast Productions, Espinosa Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Español
Original Language: en

Keywords

mexican revolution, radio, los angeles, california, mexican american, san quentin, latin music

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ballad of an Unsung Hero about?
Using rare historical footage, vintage musical recordings, and interviews with 88-year-old Pedro J. Gonzalez and his wife, this film chronicles Gonzalez’s long and colorful life, from his early days with Pancho Villa during the Mexican Revolution, to his career as a popular radio personality in Los Angeles in the 1930s, to the controversial court case that sent him to San Prison, a victim of the repressive forces operating against the Chicano/Mexicano community during that period.
Who directed Ballad of an Unsung Hero?
Ballad of an Unsung Hero was directed by Isaac Artenstein.
Who stars in Ballad of an Unsung Hero?
Ballad of an Unsung Hero stars Pedro J. Gonzalez, Julio Medina.
How long is Ballad of an Unsung Hero?
Ballad of an Unsung Hero has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
What genre is Ballad of an Unsung Hero?
Ballad of an Unsung Hero is a Documentary film.
Where was Ballad of an Unsung Hero produced?
Ballad of an Unsung Hero was produced in United States of America.