Tributo A La Gloria

"TRIBUTO Á LA GLORIA"

SYNOPSIS: The story of a San Antonio landmark, built in 1928 and destroyed in 2002, "La Gloria" was the site of memories for generations of the Westside community. This short documentary by Cristina Ordoñez charts the building of La Gloria, through its heyday and the battle to keep the building standing. Archival material is combined with interviews to present a look at the lives touched by the building affectionately known as "La Gloria".

LENGTH: 7 MIN

Produced and Directed by Cristina Ordoñez

Broadcast on PBS affiliate KLRN as part of "Next Masters of Media" program and featured at the San Antonio CineFestival and Underground Film Festivals.

Produced March 2003