East of Hope Street
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East of Hope Street is a 1998 film drama directed by Nate Thomas. It was executive produced by Tim Russ
(best known for his role as Lieutenant Commander Tuvok
on Star Trek: Voyager
), who also stars in the film. East of Hope Street was first released in theaters on November 5, 1999 by the Cinema Guild
.
with Child and Family Services in the County of Los Angeles
.) This film is based on true events.
Tim Russ
Timothy Darrell "Tim" Russ is an American actor, film director, screenwriter and musician. He is known for his roles on Star Trek: Voyager, as Lieutenant Commander Tuvok, Samantha Who?, as Frank, and on the Nickelodeon live-action teen sitcom iCarly, as Principal Franklin, a recurring...
(best known for his role as Lieutenant Commander Tuvok
Tuvok
Tuvok is one of the main characters on the television series Star Trek: Voyager. Tuvok is a Vulcan who serves as the ship's chief of security and its chief tactical officer. Tim Russ portrayed Tuvok throughout the show's run, from 1995 to 2001....
on Star Trek: Voyager
Star Trek: Voyager
Star Trek: Voyager is a science fiction television series set in the Star Trek universe. Set in the 24th century from the year 2371 through 2378, the series follows the adventures of the Starfleet vessel USS Voyager, which becomes stranded in the Delta Quadrant 70,000 light-years from Earth while...
), who also stars in the film. East of Hope Street was first released in theaters on November 5, 1999 by the Cinema Guild
Cinema Guild
The Cinema Guild Inc. was established by Philip and Mary-Ann Hobel, producers known for their work in documentaries and features, including the film Tender Mercies....
.
Plot
East of Hope Street tells the coming of age story of Alicia Montalvo, a teenage Salvadoran refugee caught up in the Los Angeles foster care system. (At the time the film was made, 73,000 persons were in foster careFoster care
Foster care is the term used for a system in which a minor who has been made a ward is placed in the private home of a state certified caregiver referred to as a "foster parent"....
with Child and Family Services in the County of Los Angeles
Los Ángeles
Los Ángeles is the capital of the province of Biobío, in the commune of the same name, in Region VIII , in the center-south of Chile. It is located between the Laja and Biobío rivers. The population is 123,445 inhabitants...
.) This film is based on true events.
Featured cast
- Judy HerreraJudy HerreraJudy Herrera is an American actress. She graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Manhattan.-Cinema:*The Postman , directed by Kevin Costner : Carrier*Melting Pot , directed by Tom Musca : Dolores...
(as Jade Herrera).... Alicia - Tim RussTim RussTimothy Darrell "Tim" Russ is an American actor, film director, screenwriter and musician. He is known for his roles on Star Trek: Voyager, as Lieutenant Commander Tuvok, Samantha Who?, as Frank, and on the Nickelodeon live-action teen sitcom iCarly, as Principal Franklin, a recurring...
.... Casey - Magda Rivera.... Rosa
- Greer Bohanon.... Tameeka
- Asanio Lara.... Carlos
- Roxanne Coyne.... Bianca
- Fabiana Medici....
- Ranjani Brow.... Missy
- Pete Panos.... Luis
- Susanne McKenrick.... Mrs. Robertson
- Daniel Chace.... Mr. Robertson
- Joyce Rae.... Louise Carrington
- Sebastian Cetina.... Mario
- Barbara Jones.... Judge Francis Albee
- Rafael H Robledo....Mr. Valez
Awards and nominations
- Best Feature Film (New Orleans Urban Film Festival 1998)
- Best Actor Award (Judy HerreraJudy HerreraJudy Herrera is an American actress. She graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Manhattan.-Cinema:*The Postman , directed by Kevin Costner : Carrier*Melting Pot , directed by Tom Musca : Dolores...
) (New Orleans Urban Film Festival 1998) - Best Urban Drama (New York International Independent Film Festival 1998)
- 1st Place Cross Cultural (Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame Festival 1998)
- Jury Award (Hollywood Black Film FestivalHollywood Black Film FestivalThe Hollywood Black Film Festival, dubbed the "Black Sundance," is an annual six-day film festival held in Los Angeles, California dedicated to enhancing the careers of new and established black filmmaking professionals by bringing their work to the attention of the film industry, press and public....
1999) - Best Feature Film nomination (Imagen FoundationImagen FoundationThe Imagen Awards are administered by the Imagen Foundation, an organization dedicated to "encouraging and recognizing the positive portrayals of Latinos in the entertainment industry"....
2000) - Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Film (Judy HerreraJudy HerreraJudy Herrera is an American actress. She graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Manhattan.-Cinema:*The Postman , directed by Kevin Costner : Carrier*Melting Pot , directed by Tom Musca : Dolores...
) (FAITA Awards 2000)