Brilliant Soil
Originally released in 2011. Brilliant Soil is a documentary film. directed by Sebastián Díaz.
Synopsis
By custom, thousands of artisans in Mexico still use lead based glazes in their pottery without knowing the damage that this toxic element causes to their health. Herlinda, an indigenous Purepecha potter, is one of the few artisans in her community who uses alternative lead-free glazes. Having achieved safer and healthier living conditions for her family, she faces the difficult task of finding a market for her impressive pieces. But this does not dull her dreams of having her shop thrive and her brothers return from the United States to rejoin the family tradition.
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- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brilliant Soil about?
By custom, thousands of artisans in Mexico still use lead based glazes in their pottery without knowing the damage that this toxic element causes to their health. Herlinda, an indigenous Purepecha ...
Who directed Brilliant Soil?
Brilliant Soil was directed by Sebastián Díaz.
How long is Brilliant Soil?
Brilliant Soil has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Brilliant Soil released?
Brilliant Soil was released on January 1, 2011 in theaters.