Mayan Renaissance_
Mayan Renaissance is a feature length film which documents the glory of the ancient Maya civilization, the Spanish conquest in 1519, 500 years of oppression, and the courageous fight of the Maya to reclaim their voice and determine their own future, in Guatemala and throughout Central America. The film stars 1992 Nobel Peace Laureate and Maya Leader Rigoberta Mencu Tum. All of the images, voices, expert commentary and music in the film come directly from Central America, the heart of the Mayan World.
Starring
Rigoberta Menchú
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Mayan Renaissance was released 14 years ago in 2012.
Overview
Mayan Renaissance is a feature length film which documents the glory of the ancient Maya civilization, the Spanish conquest in 1519, 500 years of oppression,...
Mayan Renaissance is a Documentary film with a runtime of 1h 8m.
CAST (1)
Rigoberta Menchú
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DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
68 min (1h 8m)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Mayan Renaissance about?
Mayan Renaissance is a feature length film which documents the glory of the ancient Maya civilization, the Spanish conquest in 1519, 500 years of oppression, and the courageous fight of the Maya to reclaim their voice and determine their own future, in Guatemala and throughout Central America. The film stars 1992 Nobel Peace Laureate and Maya Leader Rigoberta Mencu Tum. All of the images, voices, expert commentary and music in the film come directly from Central America, the heart of the Mayan World.
How long is Mayan Renaissance?
Mayan Renaissance has a runtime of 68 minutes (1h 8m).
Who stars in Mayan Renaissance?
The cast of Mayan Renaissance includes Rigoberta Menchú.
GENRES (1)
Documentary