Eréndira Ikikunari

/ Eréndira the Indomitable

2007, Juan Mora Catlett
114 Mins.
Feature Narrative

A beautifully filmed, almost theatrical, recreation of the 16th century legend of Eréndira, a young Purépecha woman who became an icon of bravery during the destruction of indigenous Mexico by the Spanish conquistadors. The intruders took advantage of conflicts and discord among the Mexican natives, allowing them to reap the rewards of a country divided. But Eréndira refused to allow her country to be destroyed and stood up against the social conventions that prohibited women from active participation in warfare. Through her extreme courage in learning to ride a Spanish horse - seen as a terrifying creature by the natives - Eréndira wins the respect of the tribal leaders and becomes a symbol of resistance and the preservation of her culture. Performed entirely in the original Purépecha language, this film is a unique historical account that was nominated for four Ariel awards (Mexican Oscars).

Venues

Dominican University of California (Angelico Hall), Map

Thu 11-08 7:00 PM

Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts, Map

Thu 11-08 8:15 PM

MACLA Castellano Playhouse, Map

Sun 11-18 8:15 PM

Sponsored by:
Dominican University


Copresented with:
The Berkeley Repertory Theatre

Copresented with:
Teatro Visión

Copresented with:
Namasté Organization