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The Devil's Miner

The Devil's Miner

Ďáblův horník, Germany, USA, 2005, 82 min, Digi Beta, Human Rights, Social Issues
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The Devil's Miner is the story of 14-year-old Basilio Vargas and his 12-year-old brother Bernardino, as they work in the Bolivian silver mines of Cerro Rico, which dates back to the sixteenth century. Through the children's eyes, we encounter the world of devout Catholic miners who sever their ties with God upon entering the mountain. It is an ancient belief that the devil, as represented by hundreds of statues constructed in the tunnels, determines the fate of all who work within the mines. Raised without a father and living in virtual poverty with their mother on the slopes of the mine, the boys assume many adult responsibilities. They must work to afford the clothing and supplies vital to their education. Basilio believes only the mountain devils generosity will allow them to earn enough money to continue the new school year. Without an education, the brothers have no chance to escape their destiny in the silver mines.
Director:
Richard Ladkani, Kief Davidson
Producer:
Kief Davidson
Director of photography:
Richard Ladkani
Editor:
Kief Davidson
Sound:
Tobias Corts
Music:
Leonardo Heiblum, Andrés Solis
Languages:
Spanish
Subtitles:
English
Urban Landscapes Inc. 13 rue Portefoin
75003 Paris, France
Phone:
+ 33 1 42 77 89 65
Fax:
+33 1 42 77 36 56
Email:
office@thedevilsminer.com
Urban Landscapes Inc. 13 rue Portefoin
75003 Paris, France
Phone:
+ 33 1 42 77 89 65
Fax:
+33 1 42 77 36 56
Email:
office@thedevilsminer.com
WINNER - Tribeca Film Festival NY
WINNER - Hot Docs, Toronto
WINNER - Jerusalem Film Festival
WINNER - Chicago Film Festival
WINNER - German Camera Award
Nomination - European Film Academy
Nomination - DGA Awards Los Angeles

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