cinelover
Jun 30, 2021
10/10
Wow! What an amazing subject!
This documentary is captivating. I never knew about this Guatemalan figure before. It is a bit scary and makes you believe in magic. The Guatemalan people are also amazing! Good movie!
Maximón: Devil or Saint
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2014-02-06 • 1h 6m
Documentary
As there is light, so there is darkness.
MAXIMÓN - Devil or Saint 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.
- Directors
- Robert Flanagan
- Editors
- Suzan Al-Doghachi
Documentary
Maximón: Devil or Saint
Visit website2014-02-06 • 1h 6m
10/10 • 2
As there is light, so there is darkness.
MAXIMÓN - Devil or Saint 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.
- Directors
- Robert Flanagan
- Editors
- Suzan Al-Doghachi
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- Keywords
- magicmaya civilizationindigenousreligionshamancentral americaspiritualcatholicismguatemalasynchronicitysocial & cultural documentarymayasan simonmaximón - devil or saint