The Southern Cross (1992)
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.
Director: Patricio Guzmán
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: January 1, 1992
Cast
Country: Venezuela, Spain
Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Patricio Guzmán
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Southern Cross about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Southern Cross?
- The Southern Cross was directed by Patricio Guzmán.
- Who stars in The Southern Cross?
- The Southern Cross stars Rafael Cortés, Martin LaSalle.
- How long is The Southern Cross?
- The Southern Cross has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is The Southern Cross?
- The Southern Cross is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Southern Cross produced?
- The Southern Cross was produced in Venezuela, Spain.