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Vallarta

"People protect what they love."

2016-03-07 es 75m
Documentary
In the 60's, Puerto Vallarta rose to fame thanks to a Hollywood production named The Night of the Iguana, sparking rapid tourism growth. This documentary explores the environmental and social impacts of the hotel industry’s rise, highlighting the forgotten conservation plan by Jacques Cousteau, the displacement of locals, and the barriers they face in accessing their beaches.

Director

Antoniu V. Moldovan

Producer

Antoniu V. Moldovan

Screenplay

Daniel Cuevas

Status

Released

Countries

  • Mexico
  • Ecuador
  • Romania

Companies

  • Universidad de Guadalajara
  • Ocean Futures Society
  • Filmatelier 5
  • Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología (CONACYT)