CIRILO, A Legacy Untold (2025)
Synopsis
Born into poverty in Panama, Cirilo McSween’s journey is one of defiance, resilience, and triumph over systemic barriers. Against the backdrop of Jim Crow America, he confronts racism while pursuing the American Dream. From his arrival in the U.S. as an ambitious immigrant to his rise as a trailblazing entrepreneur and civil rights activist, McSween’s life stands as a testament to determination and community. Through tireless advocacy for equality and opportunity, he helped shape both Panama’s identity and Chicago’s civil rights movement. A confidant of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a pioneering insurance executive, and a philanthropist empowering underserved communities, McSween’s story bridges nations and generations. CIRILO, A Legacy Untold illuminates a transformative figure whose legacy continues to inspire across the Americas.
Release Date: 2025-02-14
Runtime: 26 minutes
Director: Justin O. Cooper
Budget: $35,000 USD
Top Cast
- Cirilo McSween as
- Harry Belafonte as
- John F. Kennedy as
- Jimmy Carter as
- Ann Nesby as Narrator
- Rosa Parks as
- Bayard Rustin as
- Omar Torrijos as
- Blanton Canandy as
- Jeanette Simpson as
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Original Music Composer(s): N/A
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