John Leguizamo on His New Film and the Latinx Vote | Amanpour and Company

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Stand-up comedian and actor John Leguizamo has starred on Broadway and in dozens of films, including “Romeo + Juliet” and “Moulin Rouge.” He recently became a first-time director with “Critical Thinking,” the true story of a group of underprivileged Latinx and Black teens who qualified for the National Chess Championship in 1998. He tells Ana Cabrera why education matters now more than ever before.

Originally aired on September 8, 2020.

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If the hunter tells the tale you’ll never hear the lion’s side

LlyleHunter
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When public school funding is based upon something OTHER than property values, THEN poorer districts can provide proper support for ALL students....

rayvandiest
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Love John and his passion for education and humanity

anidiquaojala
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Black and Latino should never fight each other because of a shared, similar past. United we’re even stronger to give voice to a powerful, all inclusive future. We absolutely want the same things! Much love! 💕

shangosankofa
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How can you not love this man? He should run for president.

nickful
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"Ghetto nerd" we all have that Primo! 😂

dividedconquered
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Thank you, John, for your very important contribution. Great filmmaking, to tell an important story. Validation. Understanding.

goodtohaveinajam
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It’s about your ability and desire!! So true! Can’t wait to see this film!

rachelbaker
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All my love and respect to you from your Colombian super fan.

lisalohr
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He is an amazing man. Latin History for Morons is a great work. It should be included in school curriculums. Fund the public schools only way to go.

onelegd
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Make your voice heard..vote blue all ticket..it is not going to happen in Trumps world he has the same vision as Hitler did, an Arian nation.

SG-tffx
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Absolutely love John Leguizamo. His last comedy special was fantastic. Excited for his film. We are missing any decent entertainment.

TA-ltph
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My first view of JL was in the movie The Pest. Saying that, I’m known for having no sense of humor, and I laughed so hard that i found my happiness again. 30+ years later I see that John L is underrated, brilliant and caring. He gives back to his community and is always open the learning new information. He inhales LIFE. A true mentor and role model.

lovely-mkrt
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Yes, John that 20% is a great place to start. Let's use our voices.🗽🌹

catherinerodriguez
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That's the first time I have heard someone mention the a difficult & interesting journey these individuals take as they try to "think" their way out of their individual situations!
That would make a great "series" of movies....

bbarnett
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I love that she Credited her Mexican background 😍

josue
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It is all part of self actualization felling important and understanding your history.

jenniferhizzy
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Leguizamo I wish I could tell you a number #1 story you would never FORGET

carlosgarza
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The property taxes fund the schools - we need to change the way schools are funded.

noreenhappel
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Just throwing it out there because I think it’s dope I actually mow his house in upstate New York and he’s living here full time 🤘🏽

Oziiel