The Tree of Knowledge (1982)
Set in Huehuetla, Puebla, a Totonac Indian community in East Central Mexico, this documentary contrasts two systems of education. The public school system uses patriotic symbols to "integrate" Indian pupils into the national culture while teaching them to reject their own identity.
Director: Pacho Lane
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 23 min
Release Date: January 1, 1982
Production: Les Blank Films
Language: English, Español
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Tree of Knowledge about?
- Set in Huehuetla, Puebla, a Totonac Indian community in East Central Mexico, this documentary contrasts two systems of education. The public school system uses patriotic symbols to "integrate" Indian pupils into the national culture while teaching them to reject their own identity.
- Who directed The Tree of Knowledge?
- The Tree of Knowledge was directed by Pacho Lane.
- How long is The Tree of Knowledge?
- The Tree of Knowledge has a runtime of 23m (23 minutes).
- What genre is The Tree of Knowledge?
- The Tree of Knowledge is a Documentary film.