Chronicles the violent history of Guatemala and life of Wenceslao Armira, a Mayan father, farmer, teacher, guerilla, priest and champion of human rights.
Wenceslao Armira, the man we called "Juan Carlos," was a farmer, teacher, guerilla, priest-and father of two children murdered by death squads.
This film is the extraordinary story of an 'ordinary' Mayan from the highlands of Guatemala, who, in unexpected ways, affected the lives of the filmmakers for over 25 years, as they recorded his life. A very personal story, it explores the intersection of disparate lives, North and South, through coincidence and timing, across borders, and history. The life of "Juan Carlos" raises difficult questions about all of our connection to human rights, and social justice, and how we choose to make a difference in the world.
Awards
~ Silver Chris Award, Columbus International Film Festival
~ Award of Commendation, American Anthropological Association Conference
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