Guatemala’s Film Industry Takes Root as Argot Producciones Fires Up Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

FilmNews newsroom brief · 2h ago · 1 min read · via variety.com

For years, Guatemala’s most prominent filmmaker, Jayro Bustamante (“La Llorona,” “Ixcanul”), has fought to grow a local film industry. Now, it finally looks as if it might be happening, with Argot Prods. boasting four films in production. Founded in 2022, the Guatemalan-based shi

For years, Guatemala’s most prominent filmmaker, Jayro Bustamante (“La Llorona,” “Ixcanul”), has fought to grow a local film industry. Now, it finally looks as if it might be happening, with Argot Prods. boasting four films in production. Founded in 2022, the Guatemalan-based shi This story matters for Culture, Style & Media readers tracking film. Reported by variety.com. Read the full original at the source link below.

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