Exploring Cultures through Film and Events

We live in a diverse country located in a diverse world. Let’s explore!

Rich cultures, beautiful arts and dramatic moments create empathy, strengthen community , suggest new solutions to life's problems.

OUR MISSION

Palomino Productions:

produces audience participation events accompanied by films related to ethnic and cultural diversity
uses the arts – especially music and dance – to promote inter-cultural understanding
filmed in USA, Peru, Spain, and Nigeria – in English and Spanish
has a special focus on the African diaspora, minority communities, the Hispanics/Latinos, and immigrants.
has work that has been broadcast over national PBS.

NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH (Nov.) and NATIONAL ROOTS DAY (Dec. 23) - we recommend

Learn about their history and culture through music and more.

NOTE for EDUCATIONAL & INSTITUTIONAL PURCHASERS: For “Events,” the film you choose will be available on-line for 7-10 days for your members PLUS there will be a Q&A with the filmmaker, or activity, or panel discussion.

Ricardo Peña and the Aztec Dancers (Ricardo Peña, los danzantes aztecas y la herencia indígena) (30 min.). In this bilingual film, a leader and chief drummer of an Aztec group in San Francisco, Ricado Peñ (originally from Mexico) explains the significance of his drum and of each piece of his regalia. He also explains modern Aztec values and we get to see his group of dancers in action. Fascinating. LINK to trailer & purchase page

Quetzalcoatl and the Magic Flute of Fire (30 min.), Throtgh the eyes oi two California artists, originally from Mexico, we see how indigenous peoples of Mexico like Aztec, Maya, and Olmec honor Quetzalcoatl (the Feathured Serpent) and others. We also experience the magical flute of fire, an instrument not to be missed! (in English, and Spanish with English subtitles.), . LINK to trailer & purchase page

Roots & Branches, a series (30 min.), TEXT AND LINK COMING SOON.

A (NEARLY) COMPLETE LISTING OF OUR WORK

In an unstable world, our work gives insight into the diverse peoples we live with.

Mailing Address:

Palomino Productions
P.O. Box 8565
Berkeley, CA. 94707, USA