Land of the Mayas

Land of the Mayas

Land of the Mayas

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Land of the Mayas

1946

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Overview

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.

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Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Cast & Crew

2 members

Acting

James A. FitzPatrick

Narrator (voice)

James A. FitzPatrick

Acting

Ildefonso Rossback

Himself - Priest

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