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The film focuses on the Waorani people and their struggle to maintain their land and culture in Yasuni National Park, Ecuador. It details how the introduction of Christian missionaries in the 1950s disrupted their traditional way of life and opened the door for oil companies to exploit the region.
The documentary presents the conflicting views within the Waorani tribes, where some members seek financial gain from oil exploitation while others strive to protect their heritage and independence. This internal division shows the wider effects of petrol exploitation on indigenous peoples and their environments.
Why Watch
- •See the impact of oil companies on indigenous cultures.
- •Meet the Waorani people of Yasuni National Park.
- •Find out about the conflict within Waorani tribes.
Did You Know
•The Waorani defended their territory with spears until the 1950s.
•Yasuni National Park is located in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
•Christian missionaries entered the Waorani territory in the 1950s.
•Some Waorani members are accepting money from oil companies.
Perfect For
Indigenous rightsEnvironmental activismAmazon rainforest