Aurelia Caal

Actor

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Aurelia Caal is a Guatemalan actress recognized for her work in the film "Ixcanul" (2015), directed by Jayro Bustamante. "Ixcanul" brought international attention to Caal and the film itself, which portrays the life of a young indigenous woman in Guatemala. The film won the Silver Bear Alfred Bauer Prize at the 65th Berlin International Film Festival, highlighting its innovative contribution to cinema. While Caal's filmography is not extensive, her role in "Ixcanul" has been pivotal in bringing indigenous stories to a broader audience.

Films on Sooner

  • Our Mothers

    2019

    76 mins

    Drama, Independent

    Guatemala, 2018. The whole country is immersed in the trial of the soldiers who sparked the civil war.