Vallarta
Vallarta: La Bahía de Nvo. Chiapas
“People protect what they love.”
Synopsis
In the 60's, Puerto Vallarta rose to fame thanks to a Hollywood production named The Night of the Iguana, sparking rapid tourism growth. This documentary explores the environmental and social impacts of the hotel industry’s rise, highlighting the forgotten conservation plan by Jacques Cousteau, the displacement of locals, and the barriers they face in accessing their beaches.
Top Cast
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Guadalajara International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Antoniu V. Moldovan
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel Cuevas
- Original Title
- Vallarta: La Bahía de Nvo. Chiapas
- Country of Origin
- Mexico, Ecuador, Romania
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Universidad de Guadalajara, Ocean Futures Society, Filmatelier 5, Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología (CONACYT), Boris Goldenblank, Charles Darwin Foundation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Antoniu V. Moldovan
Daniel Cuevas
Antoniu V. Moldovan
Department Leadership Roster
Antoniu V. Moldovan
Director
Antoniu V. Moldovan
Producer
Daniel Cuevas
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vallarta
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What is Vallarta about?
In the 60's, Puerto Vallarta rose to fame thanks to a Hollywood production named The Night of the Iguana, sparking rapid tourism growth. This documentary explores the environmental and social impacts of the hotel industry’s rise, highlighting the forgotten conservation plan by Jacques Cousteau, the displacement of locals, and the barriers they face in accessing their beaches.
Who directed Vallarta?
Vallarta was directed by Antoniu V. Moldovan.
Who stars in Vallarta?
The principal cast of Vallarta includes José Aguirre, Rubén D. Arvizu, Noé Gómez, Antonia Méndez, Justino Nieblas.
When was Vallarta released and how long is it?
Vallarta was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.