The Guardian of the Monarchs

2024 [SPANISH]

Action / Documentary

IMDb Rating 7.7/10 10 484 484

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Plot summary

The forests of Michoacán are home to millions of monarch butterflies. Activist Homero Gómez was highly vocal about its preservation – and then he vanished.

Director

Emiliano Ruprah Photo
Emiliano Ruprah

Top cast

Juan Pablo Cruz García Photo
Juan Pablo Cruz García as Self - Homero Gómez González
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Spanish 2.0
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23.976 fps
1 hr 31 min
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Spanish 5.1
NR
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1 hr 31 min
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Movie Reviews

Reviewed by daniriam 10 / 10

A powerful story that stays with you

I truly enjoyed this film, it was moving, beautifully shot, and deeply impactful. What stood out to me the most was Homero's quiet strength and unwavering determination to defend those who can't defend themselves, the monarchs, the forest, and the native people whose voices are so often ignored.It's not just a story about nature or activism; it's a deeply human story about injustice, corruption, and the courage it takes to stand up against it. I was shocked to see how flawed the legal system can be, and how easily it can be manipulated by cartels who thrive on fear and silence.This film was a real eye-opener. It left me thinking about the world we live in and how much change is still needed, but also about the power of one person's voice when used with heart and purpose. Highly recommended.
Reviewed by sabrinadiazcortes 10 / 10

An emotional eye opener to the evils of the cartel

The Guardian of the Monarchs is a sick reminder of the injustice that innocent and noble people face when it comes to defending their own communities from the evil Mexican cartels. Homero was a kind soul, dedicating his life to the Monarch butterflies and protecting the forests that they need to survive. In the documentary, it shows how the butterflies would even land on him. It's as if they knew he really was their guardian. He didn't want to cause harm to anyone, rather people to come together to fight for the same cause- protecting the butterfly trees against illegal logging. The cartel wanted to tear all those trees down to make use of the wood- illegally. That's why they saw Homero as a threat, which led to his twisted murder. Overall, his legacy must live on. This documentary was filmed so beautifully, despite the story being worthy of shedding tears (especially at the end when his son speaks). If you want Homero's legacy to live on, please watch this on Netflix.
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