Mother Tongue

"Mother Tongue" chronicles the first documentary film about the Guatemalan genocide, translated and dubbed into Maya-Ixil. The film highlights the experiences of Matilde Terraza, an emerging Ixil leader and the coordinator of the translation project. It sheds light on the tragic loss of 5.5% of the Ixil population during the armed conflict in the 1980s and the community's ongoing efforts to maintain their cultural identity.

As a documentary, it provides an important perspective on indigenous rights, language preservation, and historical memory. This film is particularly relevant for those interested in social justice, cultural studies, and the role of language in community resilience. The documentary format allows collectors to engage with a significant narrative that reflects both historical trauma and the strength of the Ixil people.