PEOPLE OF MEXICO

Duration: 11min

Year Published: 1939

Creator: Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Inc

Sound: Sound

Description: "Tells a graphic story of the origin, history, and present status of the people who now make up the population of Mexico. Being chiefly agricultural people, emphasis is put on the habits and customs of the people in rural areas. Corn harvesting and grinding, home-building, beverage preparation, pottery-making, and handicraft work are among the activities shown. Color in the Indian religious dance; Puebla and its Cathedral; Puebla's market; Colonial architecture; Vera Cruz and harbor scenes; Washing clothes; Taxco. Fiesta ceremonies, conversation, songs, dances and music enliven the tempo. Scenes of mining activities and glimpses of life in Mexico City complete the story." Georgia

Complete Record: Dewey number: 917.2 Audience level: el-jh-sh-c Producer note: Guide 15c Format/cost: *16-sd-$50 Distributors / rental: Not shown in source

Metadata Source:Educational Film Guide 1946