About this Event
Celebrate Filipino American History Month with a special FREE screening of , a new award-winning documentary from Emmy-winner Michele Josue, hosted by Jose Antonio Vargas and 1587 Sneakers.
explores the little-known history and humanity of the unsung Filipino nurses who risked their lives on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic while facing a resurgence of anti-Asian hate in the streets.
Director Michele Josue will be in attendance with Producer Carlo Velayo and cast members for a post-screening Q&A with Jose Antonio Vargas.
https://vimeo.com/1009640880
"A profound exploration of the resilience, hard work, and dedication demonstrated by Filipino nurses during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic."
-Film Threat
"A documentary that’s as compelling as it is essential...Nurse Unseen is taking the brightest spotlight and shining it on people who rarely find themselves on the receiving end of acclaim and recognition."
-Beyond the Cinerama Dome
"[A] fascinating history of Filipino-American health care workers from World War II to the front lines of COVID."
-The Moveable Festurse
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Quad Cinema, 34 West 13th Street, New York, United States
USD 0.00
