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The Day of the Dead: A Celebration of Family and Life

The Day of the Dead: A Celebration of Family and Life

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Status

Released

Release Date

Oct 10, 2006

Runtime

1h 31m

Genres

Documentary

Original Title

The Day of the Dead: A Celebration of Family and Life

Director

Stephanie Heredia

Description

Celebrate The Day of the Dead (El Dia de los Muertos) through the eyes of dancers, artists and historians passionate about the most revered Hispanic holiday in the world. Discover the vibrancy of several contemporary Day of the Dead celebrations in Southern California, including live concert footage of the Latin group Quetzal. Explore the colorful customs, meaning and artistic and cultural significance of this holiday that honors loved ones who have passed on, and discover how this traditional expression of love and respect for the dead is the ultimate celebration of life.