Watch LA ULTIMA MOLA (Mor nabbi duggugi yolesad). DIVERSITY Festival Sept. 2024
Drama, Independent, Short Films
LA ULTIMA MOLA (Mor nabbi duggugi yolesad), Panana, 5min., Panana
Directed by Ornel Alvarado, Roberto Villafane
BURSOB is the last indigenous woman of her ethnic group. After almost all of humanity became extinct due to a strange disease, she made a trip to her region that had also disappeared. Upon arrival she decides to dress in the last garment of her indigenous culture. A mole from her grandmother.
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Director Statement
Esta historia habla de la importancia de mantener viva la esencia de la etnia Kuna, su cultura, su conexión y su relación sagrada con la naturaleza y la búsqueda de la armonía en un mundo en crisis.
La mola panameña es una impresionante forma de arte textil tradicional creada por la etnia Kuna, Estas coloridas y elaboradas piezas de tela son conocidas por su vibrante belleza y su significado cultural profundo. diseños que a menudo representan elementos de la naturaleza, la vida cotidiana y la mitología Kuna.
This story speaks of the importance of keeping alive the essence of the Kuna ethnic group, its culture, its connection and sacred relationship with nature and the search for harmony in a world in crisis.
Panamanian mola is a stunning traditional textile art form created by the Kuna ethnic group. These colorful and elaborate pieces of fabric are known for their vibrant beauty and deep cultural meaning. designs that often represent elements of nature, everyday life and Kuna mythology.