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Dance of Life

In the folkloric festivities of Bolivia, the "Tinku" dance is born. The documentary guides us through the origin of the dance, its meaning and the exciting story of the protagonists of this folk expression in Virginia, United States.

Tinku, "encounter" in Quechua is a pre-Columbian tradition aimed at resolving conflicts and releasing internal tensions through the Maqanaku or "bare hand" fight, thus honoring the Pachamama. Participants believe that the shedding of blood brings fertility and heralds a bountiful harvest the following year.

  • Juan Carlos Fuentes
    Director
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Genres:
    Folk, Cultural
  • Runtime:
    21 minutes 10 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 15, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English, Quechua, Spanish
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Private
    Fairfax
    United States
    October 25, 2022
    One Day Showing
Distribution Information
  • Vimeo
    Rights: Internet
Director - Juan Carlos Fuentes