Amazon Conservation Team Celebrates the Waurá People and the U.S. Premiere of Replikka at DOC NYC
The Amazon Conservation Team (ACT) congratulates the Waurá people, directors Piratá Waurá and Heloisa Passos, and the entire Replikka team on the film’s U.S. premiere at DOC NYC this week.
Replikka is a 16-minute documentary made with the Waurá community of the Xingu Indigenous Territory in Brazil. It follows the Waurá as they protect their heritage and sacred sites, documenting their ceremonies and their recreation of a sacred cave that was damaged by encroaching farmers. The film is co-directed by Piratá Waurá, a member of the Xingu community, and screens in the festival’s “Keeping the Faith” shorts program.
“Together with Chief Eleukah and his people, we’ve built a model community for the Xingu that strengthens its traditions, culture, and medicine while bringing in solar power, internet access, and improved livelihoods. We’re delighted that the world is recognizing the importance of the Waurá people’s work, and that this incredible film demonstrates it.”
— Liliana Madrigal, co-founder of the Amazon Conservation Team
ACT’s partnership with the Waurá began more than 20 years ago, when the community identified Ulupuene as an ancestral sacred site through cultural mapping work. In 2011, at the request of Waurá leaders, ACT supported the re-establishment of the village at Ulupuene. Since then, ACT has supported the community’s own priorities, including a clean water system, a school, a health clinic, and the Ulupuene Indigenous Association. That partnership continues today.
Where to see Replikka
- Friday, November 13, 4:30 PM, IFC Center (followed by a Q&A with the directors)
- Sunday, November 15, 11:35 AM, Village East by Angelika
- Monday, November 16, 9:30 PM, Village East by Angelika
- Online through November 29
Tickets and details are available through DOC NYC.
