Miwene
“Reclaiming the Amazon”
Synopsis
Steeped in the long oral tradition of Waorani storytelling, Gange Yeti shares her own coming-of-age story as a young Waorani woman living deep within the Amazon rainforest. Following Gange and her community for over 11 years, the film captures her transition from a quiet teenager into a confident young mother at a critical turning point for her culture and rainforest. As the granddaughter of one of the last Waorani elders that lived in complete isolation before outside contact, Gange is determined to capture her grandmother’s unique experience while she still can -- balancing school, motherhood, and tradition along the way.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cuenca International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gange Anita Yeti Enomenga, Obe Beatriz Nenquimo Nihua, Jennifer Berglund, Keith Heyward
- Screenplay & Story
- Huiñari Marco Toca Naaca, Jennifer Berglund, Gange Anita Yeti Enomenga, Obe Beatriz Nenquimo Nihua
- Original Title
- Miwene
- Release Date
- 16/10/2022
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Prehensile Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gange Anita Yeti Enomenga, Obe Beatriz Nenquimo Nihua, Jennifer Berglund, Keith Heyward
Huiñari Marco Toca Naaca, Jennifer Berglund, Gange Anita Yeti Enomenga, Obe Beatriz Nenquimo Nihua
Keith Heyward
Keith Heyward
Obe Beatriz Nenquimo Nihua, Jennifer Berglund, Keith Heyward, Gange Anita Yeti Enomenga
Department Leadership Roster
Obe Beatriz Nenquimo Nihua
Producer
Jennifer Berglund
Producer
Keith Heyward
Director of Photography
Keith Heyward
Editor
Huiñari Marco Toca Naaca
Writer
Keith Heyward
Producer
Gange Anita Yeti Enomenga
Producer
Jennifer Berglund
Writer
Gange Anita Yeti Enomenga
Writer
Obe Beatriz Nenquimo Nihua
Writer
Gange Anita Yeti Enomenga
Director
Obe Beatriz Nenquimo Nihua
Director
Jennifer Berglund
Director
Keith Heyward
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Miwene.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Miwene
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Miwene about?
Steeped in the long oral tradition of Waorani storytelling, Gange Yeti shares her own coming-of-age story as a young Waorani woman living deep within the Amazon rainforest. Following Gange and her community for over 11 years, the film captures her transition from a quiet teenager into a confident young mother at a critical turning point for her culture and rainforest. As the granddaughter of one of the last Waorani elders that lived in complete isolation before outside contact, Gange is determined to capture her grandmother’s unique experience while she still can -- balancing school, motherhood, and tradition along the way.
Who directed Miwene?
Miwene was directed by Gange Anita Yeti Enomenga, Obe Beatriz Nenquimo Nihua, Jennifer Berglund, Keith Heyward.
Who stars in Miwene?
The principal cast of Miwene includes Not specified.
When was Miwene released and how long is it?
Miwene was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.