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202461 minPG-13documentary

Water's Fate

202461 minPG-13documentary

Water rituals and fishermen's daily struggles reflect the precarious balance of life for communities along Oaxaca’s Coast.

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Cristóbal Jasso,

Ignacio Decerega

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Water rituals and fishermen's daily struggles reflect the precarious balance of life for communities along Oaxaca’s Coast.

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Cristóbal Jassodirector

Ignacio Deceregadirector

Cristóbal Jassowriter

Ignacio Deceregawriter

Juan Daniel García M.cast

Synopsis

On Oaxaca’s Coast, Indigenous and Afro Mexican communities face threats to their water sources. Daily life centers around water rituals and the struggles of local fishermen. The Río Verde is a focal point of tension, impacting the livelihoods of families. This documentary captures their fight for survival amid changing environmental and political landscapes. It runs for 61 minutes and was released in 2024.

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