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Saint Death (2007)

Saint Death (2007)

Documentary
Release Date: 2007, June 26
Directors: Eva Aridjis
Countries: Mexico, United States of America
Production: Dark Night Pictures
Cast: Gael García Bernal, Jesus Padilla Alonso, Jesse Ortiz Piña, Enriqueta Romero Romero, Ernestina Ramirez Soto

Overview:

In Mexico there is a cult that is rapidly growing- the cult of Saint Death. This female grim reaper, considered a saint by followers but Satanic by the Catholic Church, is worshiped by people whose lives are filled with danger and/or violence- criminals, gang members, transsexuals, sick people, drug addicts, and families living in rough neighborhoods. "La Santa Muerte" examines the origins of the cult and takes us on a tour of the altars, jails, and neighborhoods in Mexico where the saint's most devoted followers can be found.

Keywords:

woman director cult mexico documentary female filmmaker religion and spirituality santa muerte saint death eva aridjis