Chigualo (2019)

Chigualo (2019) poster

It is the indigenous Ecuadorian coastal festival of Chigualo, the birth of Jesus is celebrated, bandaging his eyes for a few hours and where everything is allowed. Manu, a child, arrives transvestite in the hours where God no longer sees sins, but when he discovers that Jesus had lost his bandage and he did not punish him, he will give him the impulse to reveal himself to his family and the people in his decision. Of being a girl.

Director: Christian Rojas
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 18 min
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Screenplay

Cinematography: Christian Hidalgo
Editing: Christian Rojas
Production: Oso Rojo Films
Country: Ecuador
Language: Español
Original Language: es

Keywords

trans youth

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chigualo about?
It is the indigenous Ecuadorian coastal festival of Chigualo, the birth of Jesus is celebrated, bandaging his eyes for a few hours and where everything is allowed. Manu, a child, arrives transvestite in the hours where God no longer sees sins, but when he discovers that Jesus had lost his bandage and he did not punish him, he will give him the impulse to reveal himself to his family and the people in his decision. Of being a girl.
Who directed Chigualo?
Chigualo was directed by Christian Rojas.
How long is Chigualo?
Chigualo has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
What genre is Chigualo?
Chigualo is a Drama film.
Where was Chigualo produced?
Chigualo was produced in Ecuador.