STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon · 2025
STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon (2025) is a Documentary / Comedy / Family film directed by Ernie Bustamante, starring Sonia Manzano, Stephen Schwartz, Sonia Sotomayor.
DocumentaryComedyFamilyAnimation
Overview
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.
Cast
Sonia Manzano, Stephen Schwartz, Sonia Sotomayor, Alison Bartlett, Ryan Dillon, Carmen Osbahr, Grisselle Escotto, Angelo Kern
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What is "STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon" about?
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.
When was "STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon" released?
STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon was released in 2025.
Who stars in "STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon"?
The cast includes Sonia Manzano, Stephen Schwartz, Sonia Sotomayor, Alison Bartlett.
