Maximón: Devil or Saint
Maximón - santo o diablo
“As there is light, so there is darkness”
Synopsis
MAXIMÓN - Devil or Saint is a documentary about the controversial Maya deity, also known as San Simon or the drinking and smoking saint of Guatemala. He is a mixture of ancient Maya beliefs and Christianity. The movie concentrates on the people who surround Maximón with their strong personalities, opinions and faith. The documentary gives us a rare view into the rituals and fiestas honoring Maximón. The cult of Maximón is flourishing because he performs miracles. He is also feared and despised because he is used to cast curses that can result in death. Ultimately, Maximón transcends the duality of good and evil, reflecting the Maya cosmovision in which everything in the universe co-exists.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Maximón - Santo o Diablo (official trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-02-22
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 2, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Flanagan
- Original Score
- Joel Diamond
- Original Title
- Maximón - santo o diablo
- Country of Origin
- Guatemala
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- Ajax Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Flanagan
Joel Diamond
Robert Flanagan
Suzan Al-Doghachi
Suzan Al-Doghachi
Department Leadership Roster
Suzan Al-Doghachi
Producer
Suzan Al-Doghachi
Editor
Robert Flanagan
Director
Robert Flanagan
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Maximón: Devil or Saint about?
MAXIMÓN - Devil or Saint is a documentary about the controversial Maya deity, also known as San Simon or the drinking and smoking saint of Guatemala. He is a mixture of ancient Maya beliefs and Christianity. The movie concentrates on the people who surround Maximón with their strong personalities, opinions and faith. The documentary gives us a rare view into the rituals and fiestas honoring Maximón. The cult of Maximón is flourishing because he performs miracles. He is also feared and despised because he is used to cast curses that can result in death. Ultimately, Maximón transcends the duality of good and evil, reflecting the Maya cosmovision in which everything in the universe co-exists.
Who directed Maximón: Devil or Saint?
Maximón: Devil or Saint was directed by Robert Flanagan.
Who stars in Maximón: Devil or Saint?
The principal cast of Maximón: Devil or Saint includes Not specified.
When was Maximón: Devil or Saint released and how long is it?
Maximón: Devil or Saint was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.
Who composed the musical score for Maximón: Devil or Saint?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Maximón: Devil or Saint was composed by Joel Diamond.