Mexcala

“Mexcala”

In Mezcala de la Asunción, the last native population living along the shores of Mexico’s largest lake, a father and son navigate a dual struggle. They defend their ancestral land while also confronting chronic kidney disease, a condition that affects much of their community. Inspired by the philosophy of ethnofiction, this short film offers an intimate glimpse into their fight for survival and cultural identity.

Director: Walter A. Lagarda-Parra