December 09, 2024
Our Top 10 Colombian Films and Documentaries
From documentaries to dramas, both old and new, discover some of the incredible stories and cultures from across Colombia...
Monos
2019 ‧ War/Thriller ‧ 1h 43m
On a faraway mountaintop, eight teenaged guerillas with guns watch over a hostage and a conscripted milk cow. Playing games and initiating cult-like rituals, the children run amok in the jungle and disaster strikes when the hostage tries to escape.
Pájaros de Verano
2018 ‧ Crime/Drama ‧ 2h 6m
The origins of the Colombian drug trade, as seen through eyes of an indigenous Wayuu family that becomes involved in the booming business of selling marijuana to American youth in the 1970s. When greed, passion and honour collide, a fratricidal war breaks out and puts their lives, culture and ancestral traditions at stake.
Los Colores de la Montaña
2010 ‧ Drama ‧ 1h 33m
Manuel dreams of being a goalkeeper and ventures into a minefield to rescue his new ball.
El Abrazo de la Serpiente
2015 ‧ Adventure/Drama ‧ 2h 5m
In the early 1900s, a young shaman (Nilbio Torres) in the Colombian Amazon helps a sick German explorer (Jan Bijvoet) and his local guide (Miguel Dionisio Ramos) search for a rare healing plant.
El Testigo
2018 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 16m
Colombian photographer Jesus Abad Colorado dedicates his life to documenting the aftermath of war.
Colombia Magia Salvaje
2015 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 30m
Showcasing the country's biodiversity, revealing the scenic vistas and native wildlife of Colombia's beautiful -- but fragile -- ecosystem.
Encanto
2021 ‧ Animation ‧ 1h 42m
A beautifully animated film from Walt Disney. This musical fantasy follows Mirabel and her magical, multi-generational family; perfect for children & adults alike.
La Tierra y La Sombra
2015 ‧ Drama ‧ 1h 37m
Land and Shade is a 2015 Colombian drama film written and directed by César Augusto Acevedo and produced by the production company Burning Blue. It was screened in the International Critics' Week section at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival where it won the Caméra d'Or Award, France 4 Visionary Award and SACD Award.
To End A War
2017 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 39m
An incredibly insightful documentary exploring the peace talks held between the FARC and the Colombian Government. This exclusive documentary boasts unprecedented access to governmental and political leaders during some of the most important moment's of Colombia's political history.
Los Viajes del Viento
2009 ‧ Musical/Drama ‧ 2h
The Wind Journeys is a 2009 Colombian-German-Argentine-Dutch drama film written and directed by Ciro Guerra. It was filmed in 80 locations in Northern Colombia and is spoken in Spanish, Palenquero, Wayuunaiki, and Ikun.