History Film Forum presents "Amigo", with director John Sayles

The History Film Forum presents Amigo, followed by a conversation with director John Sayles, in partnership with the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center.

Barrio leader Rafael Dacanay (Joel Torre) must decide whether to keep the peace with the American troops occupying his village or join the insurgency with his brother and son in this 2010 drama set during the Philippine-American War.

After the screening, join us in a conversation with Amigo's director, John Sayles, and NMAH curator Theo Gonzalves.

This film has been rated R, or “Restricted” by the MPA (Motion Picture Association) for violence and language. The film contains scenes of strong violence and coarse language. Visitors under 17 require an accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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The National Museum of American History welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities. This event is wheelchair accessible. Captioning and assistive listening devices will be provided. Additional accommodations are available upon request; please email nmahprograms@si.edu. Two weeks’ notice is preferred.

Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Seating will be opened first to Eventbrite-registered attendees and then to walk-in visitors. When we reach maximum capacity, the event will be closed to the public.

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The History Film Forum is supported by the Golden Globe Foundation and Robert P. and Arlene R. Kogod Family Foundation.

Technology upgrades in the Warner Bros. Theater were generously made possible by the Dolby family and Dolby Laboratories Inc.