Persistent Woman
(Mujer perseverante)
Soledad San Julián | Documentary
2022 | 68 minutes | Argentina
In 1994, the people of the northern Argentina were left without work when mines closed. There, a kolla woman creates an organization of weaving women.
Synopsis
How can one create a future when there is none? That's the question Nobel Peace Prize nominee Rosario Quispe, a Kolla woman, asked herself in 1994 when the mines were closing, and the people of Northern Argentina were left without work, forcing them to migrate to the south. This impactful documentary pays tribute to Rosario, who, through a micro-credit system that was later recognized by Harvard University, established an enterprise in Abra Pampa that supports thousands of families from the aboriginal communities of the region.
Together, in alliance with national entrepreneurs, they market 95% of the llama wool fiber produced in Puna, Argentina, to Europe and Latin America. Today, Warmi Sayasungo supports more than 6,000 families from 80 native communities.
Reviews
“Persistant Woman, the third film by Soledad San Julián, a portrait of the warmi weavers of the Puna, premiered to a full house and received a standing ovation at the Las Alturas Int'lFilm Festival.” – José Loschi, INFOBAE
Citation
Main credits
San Julián, Soledad (film director)
San Julián, Soledad (screenwriter)
Other credits
Cinematography, Charly Allocco; editing, Charly Allocco, Soledad San Julián; music, Marilina Calós, Pablo Mauri.
Citation
Cataloging
Pragda subjects
Activism
Anthropology
Economics + Social Class Issues
Education
Environment + Sustainability
Indigenous Peoples
Labor Studies
Sociology
South America
Women
Keywords
Clips
Festivals
Las Alturas International Film Festival - Audience Award, Special Mention; AtlantiDoc Documentary Film Festival of Uruguay - Documentary Mention, Special Mention Film Critics Association of Uruguay; Vallejos Tucuman Film Festival - Special Mention; Boden International Film Festival; The Woman and Cinema Festival; Santiago Film Festival; Gerado Vallejos Tucuman Film Festival
DIRECTOR: Soledad San Julián
NATIONALITY: Argentina
YEAR: 2022
GENRE: Documentary
LANGUAGE: Spanish
COLOR / B&W: Color
GRADE LEVEL: Middle School, High School, College, Adult
SUBTITLE/CC: AVAILABLE
AUDIO DESCRIPTION: NOT AVAILABLE
Existing customers, please log in to view this film.
New to Pragda? Register to request a quote.
Related Films
Solidarity Planet, Ep. 01 - A Brief Introduction to Solidarity Economy
Breve introdução à economia solidária
The Andean Screen
La pantalla andina
Zoila
The River's Retreat
El ciar del río
Albertina and the Dead
Albertina y los muertos
Helena from Sarayaku
Helena Sarayaku Manta
Related Collections
Middle School Collection
Given varying criteria for content ratings and age restrictions in different regions, Pragda STREAM recommends faculty watch films in their entirety before assigning them to students.
Number of titles: 220
SEE COLLECTION >Spanish Language Films
A cinematic highlight of the magic and diversity of the Spanish language.
Number of titles: 440
SEE COLLECTION >Environment and Sustainability
A carefully curated collection of films that explore pressing environmental issues and inspire change.
Number of titles: 79
SEE COLLECTION >Women's Voices
These films challenge dominant narratives and offer compelling feminine visions of the region's past, present, and future.
Number of titles: 216
SEE COLLECTION >High School Collection
Given varying criteria for content ratings and age restrictions in different regions, Pragda STREAM recommends faculty watch films in their entirety before assigning them to students.
Number of titles: 509
SEE COLLECTION >Indigenous Peoples
A valuable insight into the cultural and historical heritage of different indigenous communities.
Number of titles: 52
SEE COLLECTION >The Pragda Complete Film Collection
The essence of Spain and Latin America captured in their original language with English captions or subtitles.
Number of titles: 637
SEE COLLECTION >Documentary Chronicles
A truthful examination and captivating glimpse into the complexities of the region.
Number of titles: 385
SEE COLLECTION >Labor Lens: Work and Society
A cinematic exploration of the complexities, struggles, and triumphs of the working world, showcasing the diverse narratives and experiences that shape our understanding of labor and its context.
Number of titles: 238
SEE COLLECTION >