Exploring Cultures through Film and Events
We live in a diverse country located in a diverse world. Let’s explore!
Rich cultures, beautiful arts, dramatic moments for empathy, community, and new solutions
OUR MISSION
PALOMINO PRODUCTIONS:
- produces audience participation events accompanied by films related to ethnic and cultural diversity
- uses the arts – especially music and dance – to promote inter-cultural understanding
- filmed in USA, Peru, Spain, and Nigeria – in English and Spanish
- has work that has been broadcast over national PBS.
ANCESTRY DAY (Jan. 2) & MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY (Jan. 19) - we recommend
NOTE for EDUCATIONAL & INSTITUTIONAL PURCHASERS: For “Events,” the film you choose will be available on-line for 7-10 days for your members PLUS there will be a Q&A with the filmmaker, or activity, or panel discussion.
The Artist in Society: Talking with Hershell West (60 min.). Hershell West = painter, educator, arts promoter. He has painted commissions in Florida and California, has worked extensively with at-risk youth, and has been president of the board of many arts organizations. Plus he is a lover of nature . LINK to trailer & purchase page
From Box to Cajón: Peta’s Heritage (de la caja al cajón: la herencia de Peta) (30 min.), A bilingual dilm that explores the history of a little-known Latino community that has given the world a very popular musical instrument, the Peruvian cajón. We are taken on a voyage of discovery through the stories of some leading percussionists from Peru and the United States. . LINK to trailer & purchase page
Roots & Branches, a series (30 min.), TEXT AND LINK COMING SOON.
A (NEARLY) COMPLETE LISTING OF OUR WORK
In an unstable world, our work gives insight into the diverse peoples we live with.
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Mailing Address:
Palomino Productions
P.O. Box 8565
Berkeley, CA. 94707, USA