Maximón - Devil or Saint

Maximón - Devil or Saint (2014)

As there is light, so there is darkness.

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2014-02-06
  • User Rating: 10/10 from 2 ratings
  • Runtime: 1h 6min
  • Language: English
  • Production Company: Ajax Films
  • Production Country: Guatemala
  • Director: Robert Flanagan
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Summary

MAXIMÓN - Devil or Saint (66min.) is a documentary about the controversial Maya deity, also known as San Simon or the drinking and smoking saint of Guatemala. He is a mixture of ancient Maya beliefs and Christianity. The movie concentrates on the people who surround Maximón with their strong personalities, opinions and faith. The documentary gives us a rare view into the rituals and fiestas honoring Maximón. The cult of Maximón is flourishing because he performs miracles. He is also feared and despised because he is used to cast curses that can result in death. Ultimately, Maximón transcends the duality of good and evil, reflecting the Maya cosmovision in which everything in the universe co-exists.

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Directing Robert Flanagan Director
Production Suzan Al-Doghachi Producer
Editing Suzan Al-Doghachi Editor
Camera Robert Flanagan Director of Photography
Crew Sergio Villatoro Translator
Sound Joel Diamond Music

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