Ixcanul
- Drama
María, a 17-year-old Kaqchikel Maya, lives with her parents on a coffee plantation at the foot of an active volcano. She is set to be married to the farm's foreman. But María longs to discover the world on the other side of the mountain, a place she cannot even imagine. And so she seduces a coffee-harvester who wants to escape to the USA. When this man leaves her behind, María discovers her own world and culture anew.
Ixcanul is a 2015 Guatemalan drama following María, a 17-year-old Kaqchikel Maya woman living on a coffee plantation at the foot of an active volcano. Facing an arranged marriage, she seduces a coffee-harvester planning to flee to the USA, only to be left behind and forced to reckon with her own world and identity. The film premiered at Sundance and offers an intimate portrait of indigenous Guatemalan life and coming-of-age.
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María Mercedes CoroyMaría
María TelónJuana- Manuel AntúnManuel
- Justo LorenzoIgnacio
- Marvin CoroyEl Pepe
Fernando MartínezPolicia
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When did Ixcanul come out?
Ixcanul was released on January 20, 2015.
What language is the film in?
The film is primarily in Kaqchikel Maya, the indigenous language spoken by the protagonist and her community.
Where can I watch Ixcanul?
Ixcanul is available on various streaming platforms and rental services; check your local streaming options for current availability.
Who directed Ixcanul?
The film was directed by Jayro Bustamante in his feature directorial debut.
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