The beautiful scenery and people of Puerto Rico are showcased in this collection of vintage films about industry, farming, tourism, and the culture of Puerto Rico. Topics Include: Puerto Rican Culture, Agriculture, Manufacturing, & Tourism in Puerto Rico
Included Films:
Democracy At Work In Rural Puerto Rico
Democracy At Work In Rural Puerto Rico
Produced: 1940
Length: 20 Minutes
Democracy at work in Rural Puerto Rico, is a propaganda piece to teach the world what democracy offers for places like Puerto Rico and how much they and the United States have gained from the alliance. When it is not reminding the audience how wondrous democracy can be, the film shows some compelling statistics and customs of Puerto Rico, including a traditional country dance complete with music and smiling Puerto Ricans. Made when tensions were reaching a boiling point with Europe in the 1940s, the narrator also claims Puerto Rica has strategic importance in fending off enemies. This is an informative, albeit slanted, look into the culture and customs of Puerto Rico.
Report On Puerto Rico
Report On Puerto Rico
Produced: 1955
Length: 12 Minutes
Puerto Rico is a rich land with an even richer culture steeped in long-standing tradition and economic growth. Ceded to the United States at the close of the Spanish American war, this film explains how much Puerto Rico has benefited under that rule. Not only has the United States brought new technology to the island, but the relationship has been multi-beneficiary, including economic and educational benefits. This beautiful propaganda piece explains how the customs and history of Puerto Rico are merging seamlessly with the forward thinking democracy of the United States.
