Piowachuwe: La vieja que arde

This documentary tells the mythical story of the Chichonal hill, known by the natives as Piowachuwe (Burning Old Lady). It shows scenes of the celebration of the carnival in two villages which disappeared completely with the eruption of the volcano. It also brings together eloquent scenes of the eruptions and dramatic testimonies of those affected by the disaster.

Country:

Mexico

Genre:

Documentary

Duration:

65 minutes

Year:

1986

Director:

Juan Francisco Urrusti

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Company:

Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía

Cast:
Crew:
Juan Francisco Urrusti

Director

Fernando Pardo

Editor

Juan Francisco Urrusti

Writer

Ana Pino Sandoval

Writer