The read
It runs a compact 1h 20m.
Synopsis
Taking as a guiding theme of religion in Latin America, the film shows the pre-Columbian myths, the arrival of the white man, later syncretism and liberation theology. The main theme is the "popular religion". In Latin America this forms a kind of religious sacred territory where millions of Indians seeking refuge. This is repeated in Brazil, where African religions are another impenetrable territory, which also functions as a stronghold, a refuge.
Ratings
IMDb7.7/10
4 audience votes
Key crew
- Patricio GuzmánDirector
Cast
- Rafael CortésCast
- Martin LaSalleCast