Land of the Mayas

This Traveltalk series short visits the village of Chichicastenango, Guatemala and emphasizes the influence of the Mayan culture on its people. It shows how the residents intermingle ancient religious practices with Catholic teachings. Narrator James FitzPatrick introduces, and greets on camera, Father Ildefonso Rossbach, a Catholic priest who ministers to the local population in the village and outlying areas.

Release Date

January 26, 1946

Status

Released

Original Title

Land of the Mayas

Runtime

10min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English

Production Companies

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer