Child of the Andes
1985•59m•9.0•Released
Documentary
Ten-year-old Sébastiana recounts the history and legends and explains the local customs of Andahuaylillas, Peru, a small village located high in the Andes. Their simpler way of life has persisted for over three centuries, undisturbed by modern society's technology and materialism.
Director
Marilú Mallet
Writer
Marilú Mallet, Claire Boyer
Languages
English, Spanish
Studio
ONF | NFB
Cast
Rita Lafontaine
Voice
Marilú Mallet
Voice
Jean-Guy Moreau
Voice
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