The Devil's MinerRichard Ladkani & Kief Davidson

The Devil's Miner is the story of 14 year-old Basilio Vargas and hie 12 year-old brother Bernardino, as they work in the Bolivian silver mines of Cerro Rico, which date back to the sixteenth century. Through the children's eyes, we encounter the world of devout Catholic miners who sever their ties with God upon entering the mountain. It is an ancient( belief that the devil, as represented by hundreds of statues constructed in the tunnels, determines the fate of all who work within the mines. Raised without a father and living in virtual poverty with their mother on the slopes of the mine, the boys assume adult responsabilities. They must work to afford clothing and supplies vital to their education. Basilio believes only the mountain devil's generosity will allow them to earn enough money to continue the new school year. Without an education, the brothers have no chance to escape their destiny in the silver mines.



Vertoond op editie(s) 2005
Screened at edition(s) 2005

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Directed by Richard Ladkani & Kief Davidson
Duitsland, VS
2005 82 min.
Spaans
No subtitles

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Avant-premieres

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Director

Richard Ladkani & Kief Davidson

Production company

Urban Landscapes Productions and La Mita Loca Films

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