Maze of Joy (2025)

The Oxtes navigate their world of little joys in the heart of the Yucatán.

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On the outskirts of the town of Izamal, in the heart of Yucatán, Mexico, the Oxte family live a life of small joys and inspiring familial love. Elena and her two sons, Liam and Janielle, spend their days cooking, playing with their pets, biking, knitting, and spinning tops in their backyard. We experience the depth of their care for each other by spending a day with them and a dream with them. Their dream, taking them to the ruins of the Mayan temples, playing amongst the lost structures and pools, enjoying the land where they were once kings.

Director: Liam LoPinto
Genre: Documentary, Family
Runtime: 15 min
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Editing: Liam LoPinto
Production: Playlab Films, Elephant Train
Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Liam LoPinto
More Films in Genre: Documentary, Family

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maze of Joy about?
On the outskirts of the town of Izamal, in the heart of Yucatán, Mexico, the Oxte family live a life of small joys and inspiring familial love. Elena and her two sons, Liam and Janielle, spend their days cooking, playing with their pets, biking, knitting, and spinning tops in their backyard. We experience the depth of their care for each other by spending a day with them and a dream with them. Their dream, taking them to the ruins of the Mayan temples, playing amongst the lost structures and pools, enjoying the land where they were once kings.
Who directed Maze of Joy?
Maze of Joy was directed by Liam LoPinto.
Who stars in Maze of Joy?
Maze of Joy stars Liam Oxte Quijano, Janielle Oxte Quijano, Elena Oxte Veliz.
How long is Maze of Joy?
Maze of Joy has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Maze of Joy?
Maze of Joy is a Documentary, Family film.