When the Mountains Tremble (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 9.6
Released in 1983, When the Mountains Tremble is a war, history and documentary film directed by Newton Thomas Sigel, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. A documentary on the war between the Guatemalan military and the Mayan population, with first hand accounts by Nobel Peace Prize winner Rigoberta Menchú.
Who’s in it. When the Mountains Tremble stars Rigoberta Menchú as Herself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.6/10, When the Mountains Tremble sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When the Mountains Tremble page.
If you liked it. Fans of When the Mountains Tremble tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When the Mountains Tremble (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for When the Mountains Tremble change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is When the Mountains Tremble worth watching?
- When the Mountains Tremble holds an audience score of 9.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war, history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in When the Mountains Tremble?
- When the Mountains Tremble stars Rigoberta Menchú.
- When was When the Mountains Tremble released?
- When the Mountains Tremble was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.