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Rural Mexico

Rural Mexico

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Documentary

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A Traveltalks visit to some small towns in Mexico. In Mazatlán, away from the tourist spots, we see a small village where fishing, growing coconuts, and gathering large sea turtles are the main pursuits. We then visit Toluca on market day, where people sell produce and pottery. The last stop is Taxco, where the Castilian influence of the Spanish conquerors is still prevalent.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

8 mins

Rating

6/10

Release Date

30 November 1935

Country

United States of America

Cast

James A. FitzPatrick

James A. FitzPatrick

Narrator (voice)

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