Cinema at the Casa: Translators

The Cinema at the Casa series pays tribute to Medora’s interest in current events as well as her father George’s interest in film. This series provides the opportunity for the Casa to become a center for creative and worldly discussions.

APRIL 18, 2024  |  6:00-7:30 PM

Every kid needs their parents. But for 11 year-old Densel, 13 year-old Harye, 16 year-old Virginia, and the over 11 million children across the U.S. who are the only English speakers in their family, sometimes that relationship gets flipped. Cinema at the Casa will feature the untold story of kids who act as their family’s translators on matters that are sometimes more adult than they are.

In Santa Barbara, where English is the dominant language but Spanish not far behind, having English-speaking children in Hispanic households holds significant cultural and practical implications. Overall, these children serve as agents of cultural exchange, contributing to the community’s diversity and cohesion while navigating the complexities of dual cultural identities.

Admission is $50.

Space is limited. Reservations are required. All sales are final.