By Elisabeth Mohlmann
Award-winning documentary “Mama Irene, Healer of the Andes” is coming to Teatro Santa Ana followed by Q&A with co-director and producer Elisabeth Möhlmann.
Synopsis: 86-year-old Peruvian shaman and healer Mama Irene, whose gifts first appeared when she was only a young child, lives in the heart of the Andes. Brought to us by a filmmaker who experienced Mama Irene’s healing powers firsthand, “Healer of the Andes” opens a window into her daily life as she tends to the women and children who come to her for healing and guidance. Drawing on the indigenous knowledge of her culture and traditions in danger of being lost forever, Mama Irene compassionately treats both the emotional and physical wounds of her patients. “The beauty of the Andes and its people further enrich a film that is not only a vital document of endangered wisdom, but also a story about women’s empowerment and a testament to living harmoniously with Mother Earth,” – Sabina Barach (Woodstock Film Festival 2022).
Born in Munich, Germany, and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Elisabeth Möhlmann is a former actor and stage director and a graduate of the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute in New York. Having been touched by Mama Irene’s healing power, Möhlmann resolved to share Mama Irene’s story. She co-directed the film with Bettina Ehrhardt, an award-winning documentary film producer and director from Berlin.
Upon its release, the film traveled the world as part of the official selection of 17 film festivals including Woodstock Film Festival; Female Eye Film Festival, Toronto, (nominated Best Documentary); Swedish International Film Festival (awarded Best Documentary); and Greenmotion Film Festival, Germany (Winner Women-Environment-Activism Award).
What viewers are saying:
“A profoundly sensitive and courageous work.” —William Hurt, actor
“A beautiful, sensitive and powerful work of art. It captures Mama Irene’s devotion to the sacred presence in everything she does. Her message: a path to restore balance in our hearts and with our planet.”
“The film underscores the importance of honoring and supporting those who carry on the sacred ancient healing traditions.”
“Women like Mama Irene make a difference in saving our planet. We are very impressed by the beauty of the images, in particular of the breathtaking landscapes.” —Greenmotion Film Festival
You can support the distribution of “Mama Irene, Healer of the Andes” by joining our dedicated team in getting the film and its messages out there. You can organize a community screening or sponsor one—50% of our net revenue goes directly to our protagonist and her community in Peru.
Contact us: elisabeth@mamairenedoc.com
Website: www.mamairenedoc.com
Trailer: https://vimeo.com/668686207
Facebook: facebook.com/mamairenedocumentary
Instagram: instagram.com/mamairenedoc
Film
“Mama Irene, Healer of the Andes”
Wed., Jan. 11, doors open 5:30pm, film begins at 6pm
Teatro Santa Ana, Relox 50A
200 pesos
Tickets available at the box office (cash) and online (http://www.teatrosantaana.org)
