Sanctuary (2019)
Looking at how the Creation stories of the Hopi, Nahua and Maya give them a special connection to maize/corn, synthesized in the statement, “We are corn”. There are many songs, displays and ceremonial practices that affirm this connection. Waaki looks deeper into the world community and how it is connected to maize/corn – what are the interrelationships that exist and celebrates the human capacity for tolerance and compassion in a time when people are becoming more intolerant of difference.
Director: Victor Masayesva Jr.
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Abbie Talashoma as Storyteller |
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Ross Macaya as Storyteller |
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Lyle Balenquah as Hopi Archaeologist |
| Directing | Victor Masayesva Jr. | Director |
| Production | Victor Masayesva Jr. | Executive Producer |
| Crew | Victor Masayesva Jr. | Cinematography |
| Sound | Richard Dance Trifan | Music |
| Production | Mariano Estrada Aguilar | Co-Producer |
| Production | Bachalon Tzeltal | Co-Producer |