STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon

STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon (2025)

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STREET SMART: LESSONS FROM A TV ICON is a feature documentary about Sonia Manzano — known to millions as “Maria” from SESAME STREET. The film follows Sonia’s remarkable journey, from a young girl in the South Bronx finding refuge in television, to becoming the first Latina on American TV in a regular role, through 44 years on screen on SESAME STREET, and now as a creator of ALMA'S WAY. Featuring interviews with luminaries, original animation, and scripted scenes that blend humor and heart, this inspirational documentary invites viewers to learn once again from this beloved icon.

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Cast

Sonia Manzano Sonia Manzano Self
Stephen Schwartz Stephen Schwartz Self
Sonia Sotomayor Sonia Sotomayor Self
Alison Bartlett Alison Bartlett Self
Ryan Dillon Ryan Dillon Self
Carmen Osbahr Carmen Osbahr Self
Grisselle Escotto Grisselle Escotto Sonia
Angelo Kern Angelo Kern Emilio
Andrew Delman Andrew Delman Jon
Jillian Dunn Jillian Dunn Sesame Street Writer
Misha Gonz-Cirkl Misha Gonz-Cirkl Ma

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