The Southern Cross

The Southern Cross1992


Taking as a guiding theme of religion in Latin America, the film shows the pre-Columbian myths, the arrival of the white man, later syncretism and liberation theology. The main theme is the "popular religion". In Latin America this forms a kind of religious sacred territory where millions of Indians seeking refuge. This is repeated in Brazil, where African religions are another impenetrable territory, which also functions as a stronghold, a refuge.

Released
27. 4. 2026
Runtime
80 min
Genres
Documentary
Certification
NO
Country, language
VE · ES
Community rating
6.3 · 3 votes