In this episode of Healing Generations, maestro Jerry Tello welcomes Nancy De Los Santos, a prominent writer and producer, to discuss her journey from a secretary to a successful filmmaker. They explore themes of cultural heritage, the importance of education, and the challenges faced by Latinos in the film industry. Nancy shares her experiences creating the film 'Say a Little Prayer,' emphasizing the significance of community support and representation in media. The conversation concludes with advice for the next generation to pursue their dreams and support one another.
Say a Little Prayer movie website: https://www.sayalittleprayerthemovie.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sayalittleprayerfilm
Nancy De Los Santos website: https://www.nancydelossantos.info/
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
03:47 Welcoming Nancy De Los Santos
05:00 Nancy's Journey and Family Heritage
11:23 Transitioning from Secretary to Writer
18:06 The Importance of Education and Representation
24:22 Challenges in the Film Industry
30:34 Creating 'Say a Little Prayer'
41:22 Advice for the Next Generation
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