Weaving the Future
The Otavalo Indians of northern Ecuador sell their textiles in the U.S., Europe, and Japan, making them the most prosperous Native people in South America.
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The Otavalo Indians of northern Ecuador sell their textiles in the U.S., Europe, and Japan, making them the most prosperous Native people in South America.
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In the Andean highlands of northern Ecuador, the Otavalo community thrives through its rich traditions of weaving and crafts. The Otavalos have adapted their skills to the global market, successfully selling textiles in the United States, Europe, and Japan. This 27-minute documentary presents their story of economic achievement and social transformation, illustrating how the Otavalos have become one of the most prosperous indigenous groups in South America since 1997.
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