Spears from All Sides
Originally released in 2019. Spears from All Sides is a documentary film. directed by Christopher Walker.
Synopsis
Until the 1950s, the Waorani were able to successfully defended their area of settlement – today’s Yasuni National Park in the Ecuadorian Amazon – with the aid of spears. Then Christian missionaries entered the thick rain forest and paved the way for an oil company. Nowadays many of the tribes are estranged as some want to benefit from the short-term money the company is offering while others fight to preserve their land, culture and independence under all circumstances.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 2, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Ecuador
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Icarus Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spears from All Sides about?
Until the 1950s, the Waorani were able to successfully defended their area of settlement – today’s Yasuni National Park in the Ecuadorian Amazon – with the aid of spears. Then Christian missi...
Who directed Spears from All Sides?
Spears from All Sides was directed by Christopher Walker.
How long is Spears from All Sides?
Spears from All Sides has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Spears from All Sides released?
Spears from All Sides was released on June 2, 2019 in theaters.