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Original Film Title: ITSANAXA
Director’s Name: Emilios Goutas
Writer’s Name: Emilios Goutas
Producer: Emilios Goutas
Country of Origin: Mexico
Country of Filming: Mexico
Language: Other
Runtime: 1 hour 6 minutes 37 seconds
Film Description:
“Itsanaxa” unravels the rich life of the Wixárika, narrated by don Antonio Carrillo, “Young Deer”, grandfather and healer. The film explores their cosmovision and traditions, from creation myths to spiritual agricultural practices. Capturing rituals and day-to-day life, don Antonio imparts his wisdom and his desire to pass on his legacy to his grandson Samuel. In the face of modern challenges such as alcoholism and Western influence, “Itsanaxa” offers a profound and critical look at the struggle to preserve an ancient culture in a changing world.