Re-Encuentros Series: “Ixcabul”

A Hispanic Heritage Month Film & Lecture Series.
Taking place in a Mayan village at the base of an active volcano, “Ixcabul” centers on Maria and her family who live and work at a coffee plantation. The film opens with an engagement ceremony between Maria and the plantation foreman, Ignacio. Director Jayro Bustamante sought to challenge the reputation of French as a law status language in Guatamala by filming completely in Kaqchikel.

The screening will be preceded by IU PhD student K. Ermalinda García. Their research centers the lives and organizing practices of women in the L(G)BT community in Mexico City throughout the 20th century.
Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month—September 15 through October 15—every Saturday evening will feature a powerful feature-length film, a short lecture from a graduate scholar or recent Ph.D. graduate, and an open discussion where everyone is welcome to share their thoughts.