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From Mexico to Vietnam: A Chicano Story
The story of Jesus S. Duran, a Mexican immigrant and U.S. Army soldier, unfolds as he rises to become a Vietnam War hero. This documentary delves into his legacy and the lasting impact of the Vietnam War on Chicano and Latino communities.
2022 | 50m | English
Popularity: 0.1 (history)
| Director: | Andrés Gallegos |
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| Writer: | Andrés Gallegos, Daniel L. Bernardi |
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| "From Mexico to Vietnam: A Chicano Story" is an inspiring documentary that chronicles the life of Jesus S. Duran, a Mexican immigrant who became a decorated U.S. Army soldier during the Vietnam War. Born in Juarez, Mexico, Duran moved to the United States as a child and enlisted in the Army in 1968. On April 10, 1969, while serving as an M-60 machine gunner with Company E, 2nd Battalion, 5th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), he displayed extraordinary bravery by rescuing several wounded comrades during an intense enemy ambush in Tay Ninh, Vietnam. His valorous actions led to a posthumous Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama. Directed by Andrés Gallegos, the film delves into Duran's personal journey, his family's migration from Mexico, and the broader impact of the Vietnam War on the Chicano and Latino communities. | |
| Release Date: | Nov 01, 2022 |
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| Director: | Andrés Gallegos |
| Writer: | Andrés Gallegos, Daniel L. Bernardi |
| Genres: | War, Documentary |
| Keywords | immigration, vietnam war, murder, congressional medal of honor, chicano movement |
| Production Companies | El Dorado Films |
| Box Office |
Revenue: $0
Budget: $100,000 |
| Updates |
Updated: Jan 24, 2026 Entered: Jun 27, 2024 |
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Tina Duran Ruvalcaba | Tina Duran Ruvalcaba |
| Michael Lozano | Michael Lozano |
| Rusty Bailey | Rusty Bailey |
| Name | Job |
|---|---|
| Andrés Gallegos | Colorist, Writer, Director of Photography, Director |
| Daniel L. Bernardi | Writer |
| Dan Olmsted | Sound Mixer, Sound Designer |
| Jesse Collier Sutterley | Editor, Post Production Supervisor |
| Constanza Hevia | Additional Camera |
| Diana Sánchez Maciel | Sound Recordist |
| Alexis Cabrera | Accountant |
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Andrés Gallegos | Producer |
| Daniel L. Bernardi | Producer |
| Organization | Category | Person |
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