Mixing magic-realism and historical events “The Silence of Neto” is the first internationally acclaimed, award winning film produced entierly in Guatemala. Filmed in the colonial city of Antigua, “The Silence of Neto” tells the politically-charged story of a young boy striving to follow his dreams while his country struggles to preserved democracy amidst CIA cold-war propaganda. Through the eyes of young neto, we are given an authentic insider’s look at the diverse people of Guatemala and the historical events that shaped their destiny. Directed by native Guatemalan Luis Argueta, “The Silence of Neto” is a film of great dramatic power and stunning visual beauty.

“Tender and illuminating!”
Kevin Thomas, The Los Angeles Times

“The Silence of Neto is a true classic of Latin American Cinema, as well as Guatemala's first film to be internationally recognized and awarded.”
Margherita Tortora
Artistic Director of the New England Festival of Ibero-American Cinema
Senior Lector II in Spanish and Latin American Studies, Yale University