Maximón: Devil or Saint

Name: Maximón: Devil or Saint
Genre: Documentary
Released: 06 Feb 2014
Rating: 10.00

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.

Year: 2014

Genre: Documentary

Studio: Ajax Films

Director: Robert Flanagan

Cast:

Crew: Suzan Al-Doghachi (Producer), Suzan Al-Doghachi (Editor), Joel Diamond (Music), Sergio Villatoro (Translator), Robert Flanagan (Director), Robert Flanagan (Director of Photography)

Runtime: 66 minutes

Release: Feb 06, 2014

IMDb: 10.00/10 by 2 users

Popularity: 1

Country: Guatemala

Language: English, Español

Budget: 0

Revenue: 0

Keyword : magic, maya civilization, indigenous, religion, shaman, central america, spiritual, catholicism, guatemala, synchronicity, social & cultural documentary, maya, san simon, maximón - devil or saint

Comment

cinelover 2021, Jul 01

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!