This film explores what it would be like without any Mexicans in California. It's fake documentary style mixed with regular drama. The political message amused my liberal sensibilities.
I've heard people gripe about "multi-culturalism" like it's a dirty concept. Honestly, I love different people with different ways. If for for the food alone, I'd be a fan. But there's so much more. Country music came over as a blend from Africa and Ireland. Which strikes me as funny as many southern state American's consider it unique to this country.
The story revolves around a few stories where Mexicans become essential and when they don't show up for work, people stress. Crops don't get picked, children are left unattended and construction stops.
Check out the DVD from Coquille. Gather some friends around, watch and have a discussion.
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http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0377744/
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A Day Without a Mexican
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