The Call of Fayu Ujmu (2002)

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A 13-year-old Indian boy is found unconscious after being attacked in the jungle by the evil spirit Fayu Ujmu. A shaman attempts to ritually tame the spirit and advises the boy’s father to capture it. This story is based on a Chachi Indian legend; it was shot with indigenous inhabitants of the jungle community of Loma Linda, on the Rio Cayapas.

Director: Rainer Simon
Genre: Documentary, Drama
Runtime: 44 min
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Country: Germany, Ecuador
Language: Deutsch, Español
Original Language: de

Keywords

ecuador, indigenous peoples

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Call of Fayu Ujmu about?
A 13-year-old Indian boy is found unconscious after being attacked in the jungle by the evil spirit Fayu Ujmu. A shaman attempts to ritually tame the spirit and advises the boy’s father to capture it. This story is based on a Chachi Indian legend; it was shot with indigenous inhabitants of the jungle community of Loma Linda, on the Rio Cayapas.
Who directed The Call of Fayu Ujmu?
The Call of Fayu Ujmu was directed by Rainer Simon.
Who stars in The Call of Fayu Ujmu?
The Call of Fayu Ujmu stars Christian Kuchenbuch, Lorenzo Añapa, Pedro Tenorio Añapa, Samuel Añapa, Maria Chapiro, Humercindo Añapa Melchior.
How long is The Call of Fayu Ujmu?
The Call of Fayu Ujmu has a runtime of 44m (44 minutes).
What genre is The Call of Fayu Ujmu?
The Call of Fayu Ujmu is a Documentary, Drama film.
Where was The Call of Fayu Ujmu produced?
The Call of Fayu Ujmu was produced in Germany, Ecuador.