About
In the 60's, Puerto Vallarta rose to fame thanks to a Hollywood production named The Night of the Iguana, sparking rapid tourism growth. This documentary explores the environmental and social impacts of the hotel industry’s rise, highlighting the forgotten conservation plan by Jacques Cousteau, the displacement of locals, and the barriers they face in accessing their beaches.
Director
Writer
Daniel Cuevas
Producer
Studio
Universidad de Guadalajara, Ocean Futures Society, Filmatelier 5, Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología (CONACYT), Boris Goldenblank, Charles Darwin Foundation
Original Title
Vallarta: La Bahía de Nvo. Chiapas
Original Language
Spanish