“La Santa Muerte (Saint Death)”: Documentary Screening and Moderated Discussion with Director Eva Aridjis
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, BrooklynIn Mexico there is a rapidly growing cult - that of Saint Death. This female grim reaper, considered a saint by followers but Satanic by the Catholic Church, is worshipped by people whose lives are filled with danger and/or violence- criminals, gang members, transvestites, the sick, drug addicts, and families living in rough neighborhoods. "La Santa Muerte" examines the origins of the cult and takes us on a tour of the altars, jails, and neighborhoods in Mexico where the saint's most devoted followers can be found. Gather in Green-Wood's Historic Chapel for a screening of the film followed by discussion with the film's director, Eva Aridjis and Common Shade's host Evan Michelson.