Child of the Andes

Nan
0h 59m
1985

Overview

Ten-year-old Sébastiana recounts the history and legends and explains the local customs of Andahuaylillas, Peru, a small village located high in the Andes. Their simpler way of life has persisted for over three centuries, undisturbed by modern society's technology and materialism.

Country : Canada
Languages : English, Español
Released Date: 1985-06-14

Top Billed Cast

Rita Lafontaine

Voice

Marilú Mallet

Voice

Jean-Guy Moreau

Voice

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