the first film "the devil is a condition" is the film this all for me, equally on the basis

of the
form as well as the content. i describe it as a perfect culmination of all the thing i am
interested in (along with something like "i can't believe this exists). the documentary,
directed by carlos de jesus, explored the housing conditions and needs of the poor
puerto rican and black communities together during the late 60's and 70's, set to the
soundtrack of free jazz and poetry. part of the film that really stuck with me was the
exhibition of black and puerto rican together, due to that being my experience in new
york. in new york atleast, the destinies of african americans and puerto ricans feel
inextricably tied, something which the next film holds in common as well. i think
recounting that exchange/relationship is important now more than ever especially in a
place like here, this institution where race relations and conversation become convoluted
and often end up in division.