Movies and TvShows featuring "chiapas" theme.

The Precocious and Brief Life of Sabina Rivas follows the journey of Sabina, a young Honduran woman who dreams of a better life in the United States. She faces numerous challenges and dangers as she attempts to cross the Mexico-Guatemala border and navigate the harsh realities of the immigration process. From corruption and violence to prostitution and drug trafficking, Sabina's resilience is put to the test as she fights for survival and a chance at a brighter future.

Rebellion of the Hanged is an intense adventure drama set in the jungle, depicting the harrowing experiences of native Americans in the Chiapas region. The film revolves around the brutal oppression, torture, and abuse faced by the indigenous people at the hands of the timber industry. Amidst the violence and suffering, a courageous rebellion emerges, as the victims fight for their rights and seek to bring justice to their oppressors.

An unworldly and closed-minded American travels to a small village in exotic Chiapas, Mexico; at the behest of his estranged mother when his half-sister disappears during a local epidemic of kidnappings attributed to the legendary J-ok'el, the weeping woman, who drowned her own babies, centuries ago and whose spirit has returned to claim more children as her own.

A young woman receives a diary as an inheritance from her father, in which he tells her that she must take a trip to Chiapas, a requirement for access to all his possessions.

Independent documentary created by group of enthusiast from Russia. It covers the topic of Zapatista uprising in Chiapas, Mexico and struggle of Mexican indigenous peoples for justice, liberty and democracy.

Based on Rosario Castellanos' novel, Balún Canán is about the turmoil created by the Cardenas’ land reforms. Events occur in Chiapas on the border with Guatemala, mainly in a town called Comitán. Zoraida struggles and fights to keep her properties, inheritance for her only son. For her actions, the sorcerers of Chacjatal cast a death spell over her son.

Amalia, aged, remember when Fernando Mendoza, his former medical school, came to San Esteban, the town where she lived. They worked together and became his love. Although he was engaged to another, Fernando decided to return to the city to complete his commitment to her and finally reunited with Amalia, but the facts do not happen as they had planned.

"Zapatista" is the definitive look at the uprising in Chiapas. It is the story of a Mayan peasant rebellion armed with sticks and their word against a first world military. It is the story of a global movement that has fought 175,000 federal troops to a stand still and transformed Mexican and international political culture forever.

In this supernatural suspense film, Karen Fisher and Paul Henderson, a young American couple, travel to Chiapas, Mexico on holiday. While there they have an encounter with a witch that changes their lives forever.

Zapatistas. Crónica de una Rebelión is a documentary film that explores the cause and impact of the Zapatistas rebellion in Chiapas, Mexico. It delves into the history and ideology of the movement, focusing on the struggles of the indigenous people and their fight for freedom and autonomy. Through interviews, footage, and analysis, the film provides an in-depth look at the Zapatistas and their ongoing resistance against oppression.

Unique story of a village's attempts to solve drought by appealing to the powers of a mysterious mountain-dwelling diviner.

On December 2, 2000 the day after the change of government in Mexico the Zapatista Army of National Liberation (EZLN) declared an end to it's silence and announced it's decision to travel to Mexico City to speak in front of the Mexican Congress in support of the San Andres Accords. This silence was the result of the Mexican Government's refusal to ratify the San Andres Accords and the extensive military build-up in the Zapatista communities that began in 1995. The Silence of the Zapatistas documents the many non-violent protests organized by the Zapatista communities during this silence against the military presence in the Autonomous Municipality of San Pedro Michoacan.

This movie shows direct testimonies, words and images of the life, cause and fights of indigenous to survive and their incorporation to the EZLN.

TOTE_Grandfather is a documentary that takes us into the heart of a Mayan community in Chiapas, Mexico. The film revolves around the life of their wise and beloved grandfather, exploring the traditions, struggles, and wisdom of the indigenous people. Through personal stories and captivating footage, we witness the profound impact that the grandfather has on the community and learn about their indigenous beliefs, cultural heritage, and the challenges they face.