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The Seeds They Grow

Filmmaker David Gonzalez profiles his father and stepmother who have contracted COVID-19.

02/18/2021

Latinos Are Essential

The Seeds They Grow

Special | 3m 45s

Filmmaker David Gonzalez profiles his father and stepmother who have contracted COVID-19.

Filmmaker David Gonzalez profiles his father, a chef, and stepmother, a hospital maintenance worker — two of the many hardworking Latinos who have contracted COVID-19. Facing a terrifying illness while still trying to maintain financial stability, they share the effect that the pandemic has had on their lives.

02/18/2021

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Latinos Are Essential

The Seeds They Grow

Special | 3m 45s

Filmmaker David Gonzalez profiles his father, a chef, and stepmother, a hospital maintenance worker — two of the many hardworking Latinos who have contracted COVID-19. Facing a terrifying illness while still trying to maintain financial stability, they share the effect that the pandemic has had on their lives.

02/18/2021

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