

A joyous Guatemalan film about the magic and charm of puppetry. This documentary follows the charismatic artists as they make their puppets and perform. Both humorous and socially aware, their themes are drawn from classic stories, local legends and history.

Rodolfo de León
Self
LeadLarraitz Iparragirre
Self
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Robert Flanagan's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. La Charada Teatro - Puppeteers in Guatemala is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”