By Hola America News
The Fourth Wall Films documentary tells the story of PFC John S. Muños, one of the Mexican-American servicemen from Silvis’ Hero Street.
“The Last to Fall from Hero Street: John Munos’ Story” won Best Documentary at the Northwest Illinois Film Festival, adding new recognition to the ongoing documentary series about the Mexican-American veterans of Hero Street in Silvis, Illinois.
The film, created by Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Kelly and Tammy Rundle of Fourth Wall Films, is Part 9 in the multi-part “Hero Street” documentary series.
“We are incredibly proud to showcase talented filmmakers like Kelly and Tammy Rundle of Fourth Wall Films who bring unique stories to life and enrich the independent film community,” said Gary Camarano, executive director of the Northwest Illinois Film Festival.
“The Last to Fall from Hero Street” tells the story of PFC John S. Muños, who grew up in a boxcar home on 2nd Street, now known as Hero Street, in Silvis. He married his sweetheart, Mary Beserra, three months before entering the Army on Jan. 15, 1951.
An ill-timed furlough allowed Muños to visit his wife and family one last time before deployment. He served in the Korean War with Co. F of the 38th Regimental Combat Team, Second Infantry Division.
On Aug. 27, 1951, at age 23, Muños was among 740 Americans killed in the Battle of Bloody Ridge. His body was never recovered.
The documentary combines interviews with family members, friends, veterans, community leaders and historians, along with vintage photos, archival materials, film and original photography by Ray Congrove.
The film also features the critically acclaimed song “Hero Street” by musician David G. Smith, released on his new album. More information about Smith’s music is available at davidgsmithmusic.com.
Hero Street is only a block and a half long, but it lost six young men in World War II and two in the Korean War, more than any other street in America. Since World War II, the street has produced more than 150 service members.
The “Hero Street” documentary series explores the true stories of eight Mexican-American heroes: Tony Pompa, Frank Sandoval, William Sandoval, Claro Solis, Peter Masias, Joseph Sandoval, Joseph Gomez and John S. Muños.
“The Last to Fall from Hero Street” is available to order on DVD and is expected to be available to stream soon.
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