Nuevos horizontes
“Testimony of the Mexican integrationist policy of the 1950s with the first actions towards the indigenous population by the newly created National Indigenous Institute.”
Synopsis
This documentary addresses some of the first cinematographically documented actions of Mexican indigenous politics in the mid-20th century. The narrative thread is built from the experiences of the first indigenous workers: medical personnel, specialists in engineering or agronomy and indigenous promoters. The film accounts for two key moments of the time: the foundation and start of operations of the first Indigenous Coordination Center created by the National Indigenous Institute (INI), in San Cristobal de Las Casas, Chiapas, and the relocation process of the chinanteca and mazateca communities affected by the construction of the Miguel Aleman dam.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- José Arenas
- Original Score
- Silvestre Revueltas
- Original Title
- Nuevos horizontes
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 27m
- Production Studios
- Instituto Nacional Indigenista
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
José Arenas
Silvestre Revueltas
Nacho López
Sergio Martínez Austria
Department Leadership Roster
Sergio Martínez Austria
Editor
José Arenas
Director
Nacho López
Director of Photography
Silvestre Revueltas
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nuevos horizontes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nuevos horizontes about?
This documentary addresses some of the first cinematographically documented actions of Mexican indigenous politics in the mid-20th century. The narrative thread is built from the experiences of the first indigenous workers: medical personnel, specialists in engineering or agronomy and indigenous promoters. The film accounts for two key moments of the time: the foundation and start of operations of the first Indigenous Coordination Center created by the National Indigenous Institute (INI), in San Cristobal de Las Casas, Chiapas, and the relocation process of the chinanteca and mazateca communities affected by the construction of the Miguel Aleman dam.
Who directed Nuevos horizontes?
Nuevos horizontes was directed by José Arenas.
Who stars in Nuevos horizontes?
The principal cast of Nuevos horizontes includes Not specified.
When was Nuevos horizontes released and how long is it?
Nuevos horizontes was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Nuevos horizontes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nuevos horizontes was composed by Silvestre Revueltas.