Two decades after his parents' disappearance in Peru, Matt retraces their steps through remote villages and the Amazon jungle in search of answers.
“An unpaved road movie from Peru”
Synopsis
Two decades after his parents' disappearance in Peru, Matt retraces their steps through remote villages and the Amazon jungle in search of answers.
Synopsis
Matt travels through rural Peru, retracing the steps of his parents who disappeared in the late 1980s during the conflict with the Shining Path. He visits remote Andean villages and the Amazon jungle in search of shamans who might recall their presence. Along the way, Matt engages in traditional healing practices similar to those his mother pursued. Folkloric singer Sonia Morales features prominently, adding to the film's portrayal of Peru's cultural and natural beauty.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Follow Matt's search for his missing parents in Peru.
- Meet shamans practicing traditional healing methods.
- See the beauty of the Andean villages and Amazon jungle.
Did You Know
- The film is set in the late 1980s during the Shining Path conflict.
- Matt retraces his parents' steps 20 years after their disappearance.
- The film features folkloric singer Sonia Morales.
- The documentary has a runtime of 72 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the American couple in Peru in the late 1980s?
An American couple disappeared in Peru amid the violent internal conflict involving the Shining Path, a communist insurgent group.
Who retraces the steps of the missing couple in the documentary?
Their son, Matt, retraces their steps two decades later.
What cultural elements are featured in 'Ruta del Jaca'?
The documentary features folkloric singer Sonia Morales and showcases Peru's cultural richness and natural beauty.
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