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Chac is a straightforward tale about a group of modern-day Mayans who are suffering a drought, and seek the assistance of their ancient rain-deity "Chac" to bring rain. For most of the story, the vill... read more read more...agers are on a long pilgrimage to find a shaman who can put them in touch with the deity. In the latter part of the film, the shaman's efforts, at first apparently unsuccessful, reach a shocking culmination. ~ Clarke Fountain, Rovi

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Unrated, 1 hr. 35 min.

Directed by: Rolando Klein

Release Date: January 1, 2000

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DVD Release Date: April 30, 2002

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Andrea Chase
April 5, 2003
Andrea Chase, Killer Movie Reviews

This tale of pilgrimage, ritual and sacrifice in a Maya village in the Mexican wilderness has a magic and a wonder that few films achieve. Full Review

Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
January 15, 2002
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice

Writer and director Rolando Klein shows great respect for these indigenous peoples, their religious quest, and their rituals. Full Review

May 9, 2005
New York Times

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Edward Guthmann
May 7, 2002
Edward Guthmann, San Francisco Chronicle

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Christopher Null
May 7, 2002
Christopher Null, Filmcritic.com

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February 9, 2006
Time Out

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Marjorie Baumgarten
March 10, 2003
Marjorie Baumgarten, Austin Chronicle

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May 7, 2002
Seattle Post-Intelligencer

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Wesley Morris
May 7, 2002
Wesley Morris, San Francisco Examiner

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