Mariachi High

Overview

In a part of America that rarely makes headlines, there is a small town with a group of teenagers who will captivate your ears and warm your heart. MARIACHI HIGH follows a South Texas high school's top ensemble, Mariachi Halcon, through one year of auditions and rehearsals, of heartbreak and joy, building to the state championship tournament, making a convincing case for the positive impact of in-school arts engagement on students' lives. One of the film's central themes is a connection between mariachi music for Latino youth and high achievement. As they compete and perform with musical virtuosity, these teens and the music they play will inspire, surprise, and bring you to your feet.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

June 29, 2012

Original language

English

Countries

United States of America

Director

Kim Connell,Ilana Trachtman

Producer

Ilana Trachtman,Kelly Sheehan

Cinematography

Guy Mossman

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt2231186