Maximón: Devil or Saint (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2014, Maximón: Devil or Saint is a documentary film directed by Robert Flanagan, running about 66 minutes.
What it’s about. MAXIMÓN - Devil or Saint is a documentary about the controversial Maya deity, also known as San Simon or the drinking and smoking saint of Guatemala. He is a mixture of ancient Maya beliefs and Christianity. The movie concentrates on the people who surround Maximón with their strong personalities, opinions and faith. The documentary gives us a rare view into the rituals and fiestas honoring Maximón. The cult of Maximón is flourishing because he performs miracles. He is also feared and despised because he is used to cast curses that can result in death. Ultimately, Maximón transcends the duality of good and evil, reflecting the Maya cosmovision in which everything in the universe co-exists.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Maximón: Devil or Saint 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 Maximón: Devil or Saint page.
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- Where can I watch Maximón: Devil or Saint (2014)?
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- Is Maximón: Devil or Saint worth watching?
- Maximón: Devil or Saint holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Maximón: Devil or Saint released?
- Maximón: Devil or Saint was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.