STREET SMART: Lessons from a TV Icon (2025)
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21 Jun 2025
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Documentary
Comedy
Family
Animation
STREET SMART: LESSONS FROM A TV ICON is a feature documentary about Sonia Manzano — known to millions as “Maria” from SESAME STREET. The film follows Sonia’s remarkable journey, from a young girl in the South Bronx finding refuge in television, to becoming the first Latina on American TV in a regular role, through 44 years on screen on SESAME STREET, and now as a creator of ALMA'S WAY. Featuring interviews with luminaries, original animation, and scripted scenes that blend humor and heart, this inspirational documentary invites viewers to learn once again from this beloved icon.
Featured Crew
| Ernie Bustamante | Director |
| Steven Canals | Producer |
| Maor Azran | Producer |
| Sean Puglisi | Editor |
| Elyssa Bustamante | Executive Producer |
| Renee Cafaro | Executive Producer |
| Kristy Rider | Executive Producer |
| Jim Helmink | Executive Producer |
| Brian Mathy | Executive Producer |
| Destina Orozco | Executive Producer |
