Category: English
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SEEDS
Ángel is a climate migrant from an Indigenous (Mixtec) community in Mexico in the year 2084. The story reveals that he used to be a farmer but had to leave his place of origin due to excessive draughts. Despite his displacement, Ángel carries with him the invaluable knowledge of seeds and cultivating plants. Through Ángel’s…
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Behind the Scenes
One year ago, on Monday, June 27th, 2022, we embarked on the exciting journey of filming Itu Ninu. Throughout the production, we walked to set and occasionally utilised public transport to reach the filming locations. Today, we want to give you a glimpse behind the scenes with some of our favourite pictures. On the first…
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Sustainable Materials and Approaches in Film Production
Film production has long been associated with significant carbon emissions, exacerbating resource consumption, waste generation, and extensive travel. Additionally, it has often perpetuated inequalities, particularly in film productions based in the Global South. However, “Itu Ninu,” an Indigenous Sci-fi film shot in Scotland, defies these practices. With a focus on sustainable practices and a commitment…
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Embracing Mixtec Language and Identity in Film
The film Itu Ninu revolves around the main characters, Angel and Sofia, who serendipitously discover their shared heritage in the same region of Mexico. To connect with each other on a deeper level, they begin exchanging heartfelt letters written in Mixtec.
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