Yalaltecas (1984)
The documentary captures the struggle of the Yalatecas Women’s Union, in a remote Zapotec indigenous community, in the mountains of Oaxaca, Mexico. It recreates the seizure of the Municipal Palace that led to the end of the cacicazgo (ruling of the caciques), the organization of the Union, and achievements such as the cooperative of artisans, the communal mill and the support for the Castilianization Center and musical instruments for the band that is the heart of community.
Director: Sonia Fritz
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 27 min
Release Date: January 1, 1984
Cinematography: Maripí Sainz
Production: Colectivo Cine Mujer
Country: Mexico
Language: Español
Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Yalaltecas about?
- The documentary captures the struggle of the Yalatecas Women’s Union, in a remote Zapotec indigenous community, in the mountains of Oaxaca, Mexico. It recreates the seizure of the Municipal Palace that led to the end of the cacicazgo (ruling of the caciques), the organization of the Union, and achievements such as the cooperative of artisans, the communal mill and the support for the Castilianization Center and musical instruments for the band that is the heart of community.
- Who directed Yalaltecas?
- Yalaltecas was directed by Sonia Fritz.
- How long is Yalaltecas?
- Yalaltecas has a runtime of 27m (27 minutes).
- What genre is Yalaltecas?
- Yalaltecas is a Documentary film.
- Where was Yalaltecas produced?
- Yalaltecas was produced in Mexico.