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Bila Burba is a powerful documentary that captures the spirit and resilience of the Gunadule people of Panama. The film centers on the annual reenactment of the Dule Revolution, a pivotal uprising in 1925 when the Gunadule fought against the Panamanian government’s efforts to suppress their culture and autonomy. Over three intense days, the Gunadule secured their independence, preserving their traditions and way of life. This historic victory, also known as the San Blas Rebellion, is remembered every year through a community performance involving hundreds of participants.

Director Duiren Wagua, himself a member of the Gunadule indigenous community, brings a unique perspective to the story. He follows the descendants of the original revolutionaries as they reflect on the causes of the uprising and the events that unfolded.

Bila Burba stands as both a tribute to the Gunadule people’s enduring spirit and a call to protect indigenous rights and culture in Panama today.

“With doc Bila Burba, the Wagua brothers hope to inspire Panama's Indigenous filmmakers to tell their own stories.” – Variety

“The film uses the reenactment as a lens to present Guna history to a broader audience, incorporating archival footage and community interviews, interspersed with imagery of the Guna archipelago. It pays homage to the revolutionary leaders as well as to the cultural and political resilience of the Guna.” – Jasper Vanhaelemeesch, Erasmus University Rotterdam

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