And now Miguel

Duration: 63

Year Published: 1953

Creator: U.S. Office of Education; Norwood Studios

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Sound: sound

Description: The story of Miguel, a twelve-year-old Mexican-American, who dreams of tending his father's flock of sheep in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Filmed on location in New Mexico., The young son of a Mexican-American family wishes to follow his father in the tradition of shepherding. However, he must prove himself before he is permitted to accompany his father on the annual sheep grazing trip. (Circulates)

Complete Record: A portrait of an American family to whom the tradition of sheep raising has come down through generations of Spanish ancestors. It is the story of family unity, and of young Miguel and the fulfillment of his dream of being accepted on an equal footing by his father and brothers.