Land of the Mayas backdrop

Land of the Mayas 1946

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.

Country USA
Production Country USA
Language English
Spoken Language English
Gnere Documentary
Production Company Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Release Date 26 January 1946
10 mins
Cast
James A. FitzPatrick Narrator (voice)
Ildefonso Rossback Himself - Priest