30/03/2026
We are very excited to announce this special screening and panel discussion of the documentary “Los Guardianes del Maíz/The Keepers of Corn”, featuring insights from producers Jonathan Barbieri and Yira Vallejo.
ABOUT THE DOCUMENTARY:
Indigenous farmers, artisans and cooks narrate the story—in Spanish and their native languages, with english subtitles—of the origins of native corn and how their ancestors shepherded these ever-evolving seeds from the dawn of agriculture to the 21st century, a collective labor spanning over 350 generations. Their voices are joined by community leaders, scientists, chefs and others who stand in defense of food sovereignty, genetic integrity, diversity and community ownership of native seeds. Together, they uphold a durable cultural legacy and a way of life. Vasquez, Barbieri and Vallejo began filming the documentary, Los Guardianes del Maíz/The Keepers of Corn, in 2017. The film showcases the efforts of Indigenous farmers in Oaxaca to conserve native maize in the face of an uncertain future.
Director: Gustavo Velázquez Orozco
Producers: Jonathan Barberie and Yira Vallejo
Spanish language with English subtitles
Running time: 1 hour and 28 min
DATE:
April 25th
TIME:
18.00 – 21.00
SCREENING – FREE ENTRANCE
Reserve your spot here:
https://forms.gle/yQrdBfvGtfxBJ1P77 👈
Program:
18:00 - 19:15 Enjoy an early Mexican meal + Corn Whiskey 🥃
19:15 - 20:45 Screening
20:45 - 21:00 Q&A with Producers Jonathan Barbieri & Yira Vallejo
See you there!
