Where to watch Apiyemiyekî? (2020)

Story

This documentary examines a dark chapter in Brazilian history when the Waimiri-Atroari indigenous community faced displacement and violence during the 1970s military dictatorship. As the government pushed through infrastructure projects and mining operations on their ancestral lands, the indigenous people documented their experiences through illustrations. The film weaves together these visual accounts—created by community members of all ages—to chronicle the lasting impact of these historical events on the present day.

Why watch

• Directed by Ana Vaz, offering a unique documentary perspective on indigenous history
• Features authentic illustrations by the Waimiri-Atroari community themselves
• Compact 29-minute runtime presenting a significant historical narrative

Good for: Viewers interested in indigenous histories and documentary cinema; content deals with serious historical trauma, so approach based on individual sensitivity.