If the Mango Tree Could Speak (1992)

If the Mango Tree Could Speak

1992

Documentary

Synopsis

This documentary intimately portrays ten boys and girls growing up in the midst of war in Guatemala and El Salvador. The children – ages 12 – 15 – talk about war and peace, justice, ethnic identity, friendship and marriage. In a series of touching vignettes, they share their dreams and hopes as well as their pain and loss.

Credits

Director

Patricia Goudvis