The Trees have a mother. Amazonian cosmologies, folktales, and mystery
Description
In spite of mounting ecological damage, the Amazon Basin continues to nurture age-old stories and beliefs. This documentary illustrates the importance of indigenous narratives to those who dwell near the city of Iquitos, Peru, and view their natural surroundings in mythical terms. Concerning a young man who has recently gone missing in the forest, the film depicts his mother's attempts to find him with the help of local shamans-resulting in various magical explanations for his disappearance and eventually producing a rich tapestry of tales and visions from all over the community.
Runtime
71 min
Subjects
- Hispanic Americans (84)
- Folklore (119)
- Shamans (20)
- Indians of North America (388)
- Cosmology (114)
- Tribes (122)
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
[2009], c2008
Database
Films on Demand
Direct Link
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