QUÉ SUEÑAN LAS CABRAS?
WHAT DO GOATS DREAM OF?
Messico / 2012 / 94 min / Colour
Italian premiere
In the mountainous region of Mixteca, between the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Puebla,a tradition of slaughtering goats has been renewed annually for more than 400 years. The“Matanza” takes place at the end of the rainy season, when the animals are at the peak of their health and strength. The shepherds sell their goats, which are led into a courtyardwhere the entire community participates in the slaughter. Every part of the animal is utilized. This custom, typical also in other parts of the world, becomes a rite that combinesmythical meanings with the need to feed the population.
Jorge Prior
Prior studied communications and cin- ema at the UNAM (Universitad Nacional Autónoma de México). He is the director and producer of films and documentaries for both television and the big screen, which have been awarded numerous prizes. In addition, he has directed television programmes dedicated to Mexican art and culture.
Credits
Language Spanish Subject Jorge PriorScreenplay Jorge PriorCinematography Cesar GutierrezSound Jesus SanchezEditing Jorge PriorMusic Rubon Luengas, Grupo PasatonoProducer Gustavo PicassoProduction company Imcine
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