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Opinion Editorial: The Prince of Humbug

P.T. Barnum's kind of humbug never disappeared.

June 1, 2023

Flashback: our opinion editorial for June, 2020.

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RST

Reformation, sustainability and truth provide a framework for indigenous knowledge.

First Filipinos: The Aetas
First Filipinos: The Aetas

Our new documentary short film about the indigenous Aetas of the Philippines.

June 3, 2023

Indigenous Kiche People
The Kiche People

Our revised photo-ethnographic essay about the indigenous Kiche people of Mesoamerica.

May 14, 2023

Indigenous Peoples Documentary: Ancient and Modern Mayan Peoples

A thousand years after their decline, the ancient Mayans are still shrouded in mystery. Enter their ancient world to uncover its secrets. Learn how their religious beliefs were formed from advanced science and observing the heavens long before Europeans arrived. Decipher their ancient writing — far more advanced than ours. Experience the daily life of their modern descendants and learn how their fate may become our own fate. Presented in Full HD (1920x1080p) at 60 fps. Educational package available.

Ancient and Modern Mayan Peoples documentary

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Documentary Short Films: Indigenous Culture and Knowledge
Spirits in the Akha Forest
Spirits in the Akha Forest

Spiritual beliefs of the Akha people shape their view of the modern world.

Preserving the Lahu Tiger Hunters
Preserving the Tiger Hunters

History, customs and folklore of the indigenous Lahu people.

Quichua Cousins of the Andes and Amazon
Quichua Cousins of the Andes and Amazon

Quechua people's cultures pre-date the Inca Empire.

More indigenous peoples short films on our YouTube channel

Travel Stories from Indigenous Communities
Living by Garbage
Living by Garbage

Inhumane conditions making a living from scavenging garbage.

India Pakistan border
The Gate of Delhi-rium

A ritual border closing between two nuclear powers.

Today's Khmer Rouge
Today's Khmer Rouge

Survivors of a brutal Twentieth-century regime.

More travel stories

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