THE KITCHEN OF LAS PATRONAS

Synopsis

Las Patronas is a group of women that are known in the region of La Patrona, in Veracruz, Mexico, for preparing food and handing it to the migrants that cross their county on trains. Their sense of solidarity is based in human integrity. Their kitchen is a political space where they learned to discuss the problems of their country.

Director Biography

Javier García, selected for the photojournalism festival Gijó. Honorable Mention in the photo contest Los trabajos y los días Colombia. Producer and Photographer of the short film La Patrona which was presented at International Festivals in México, Spain, Poland, Canada and France. Producer and sound design of Geografía del dolor 2014.