{"id":28239,"date":"2025-01-20T06:32:35","date_gmt":"2025-01-20T13:32:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/santafefilmfestival.com\/index\/?post_type=film&p=28239"},"modified":"2025-02-11T16:01:08","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T23:01:08","slug":"beyond-the-ruins","status":"publish","type":"film","link":"https:\/\/santafefilmfestival.com\/index\/film\/beyond-the-ruins\/","title":{"rendered":"Beyond the Ruins"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

THE SCREEN AT GARSON STUDIOS <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

1600 St. Michaels Drive, Santa Fe NM 87505<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thursday February 20th, 5:30 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Embark on a captivating journey that delves into the essence of Yucatecan Maya life in the 21st century. This feature-length documentary unfolds against the backdrop of Coba, the second largest Maya ceremonial center in the ancient world. From this archaeological marvel, the film ventures deep into the lush jungles and intimate villages, offering a poignant exploration of two indigenous families committed to preserving their rich heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

At its core, Beyond the Ruins weaves a tapestry that illuminates the profound interconnectedness of existence, as mirrored in the ancient Maya philosophy of “in lak’ ech, a lak’ en” \u2014 where “I am you; you are me.” The film not only resurrects a vibrant but often overlooked culture; it also invites viewers to contemplate the universal lessons embedded in Maya wisdom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Through this evocative lens, audiences discover not only a living legacy but a source of inspiration to enhance their own quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n