Mexican Ritual (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 2012, Mexican Ritual is a documentary film directed by Eugenio Polgovsky, running about 53 minutes.
What it’s about. A shaman’s mystical invocations, a protest of furious electricians on a hunger strike and a euphoric football crowd collide in the Zócalo of Mexico City, the country’s central square and ancient ceremonial heart of the Aztec empire. Mitote (Nahuatl for chaos or celebration) transforms the plaza into a wrestling ring, where national commemorations, postmodern rituals and the remains of pre-Hispanic culture clash to the beat of a country enraged.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Mexican Ritual has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mexican Ritual page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mexican Ritual (2012)?
- In US, Mexican Ritual is available to stream on OVID. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Mexican Ritual worth watching?
- Mexican Ritual holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Mexican Ritual released?
- Mexican Ritual was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 53 minutes.