2026 Finalist for Best Documentary at the Mexican-American Film and Television Festival (MAFTF) this April 25-26 in Los Angeles, CA!
"The best documentary film ever produced that is dedicated exclusively to Mexican American history in Texas."
—Andrés Tijerina, Ph.D.
Professor of History, Emeritus
Los Tejanos: A 500-Year History begins in the early 1500s, when Spanish explorers first arrived, then intermarried with indigenous peoples, and traces Spanish, Mexican, French, Confederate, U.S., and Texas Ranger conquests that shaped a culture of exploitation and resilience in South Texas. The documentary chronicles these events and their impact on the people, the region's character, and the United States to this day. 2026. 122 minutes.
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Important Films Media is committed to creating compelling, unique, well-researched, and stunning visual stories to connect diverse people, spark conversation, and inform and inspire action for ages 14+, in libraries, schools, businesses, organizations, legislatures, and communities.
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Our experienced filmmakers, researchers, and crew deliver impactful award-winning documentaries and motion pictures. We take a collaborative approach to every filmmaking project, working closely with other artists and clients to ensure we bring their vision to the screen.
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Decades combined of documentary and motion picture filmmaking experience, our team works with clients across cultures, organizations, and industries in consultation with historians, scientists, policymakers, impacted communities to bring important stories to life.
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