New Documentary Celebrates The Groundbreaking Life And Career Of Rita Moreno
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etcanada.comA new documentary is shining the spotlight on the groundbreaking life and career of Rita Moreno. “Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It” takes a deep dive into Moreno’s humble beginnings as a Puerto Rican immigrant and her meteoric rise to stardom.
Starting out in Hollywood at a time when Latinx actors weren’t landing leading roles, the documentary chronicles Moreno’s journey in breaking down not just racial barriers, but ones of sexism within the studio system to become the legend she is today.
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