Jamaica and Tamarindo: Afro Tradition in the Heart of Mexico 2019
Distributed by epf media, 324 S. Beverly Drive, PMB 437, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; 310-839-1500
Produced by Traveon Rogers
Directed by Ebony Marie Bailey
Streaming, 20 mins
High School - General Adult
African Culture in Latinoamerica; African-Latinx Culture; Anthropology; Black Humanities, Black Influence in Mexico; Blacks; Documentaries
Date Entered: 04/28/2020
Reviewed by Alessandra Otero, Arts and Humanities Librarian, SUNY GeneseoJamaica and Tamarindo: Afro Tradition in the Heart of Mexico is a short documentary that introduces the African traditions rooted in Mexico City and the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Throughout the jamaica flower and tamarind, two iconic ingredients of the Mexican cuisine, the creator explores the African heritage of Mexico and its contributions to the culture, gastronomy and music.
The versatility of the subject makes this resource suitable for courses related to black humanities, music rhythms, women studies, sociology, anthropology and dance history. It is also a good information source to illustrate issues regarding racial discrimination and stereotypes in Latin America. Although the documentary is not comprehensive, its value lies in the uniqueness and specificity of the subject which makes it a great addition to special library collections such as, African, Latinx or Hispanic Studies collections. The documentary last 20 minutes. Its brevity makes it a good source to integrate in a one-hour lecture.
Jamaica and Tamarindo: Afro Tradition in the Heart of Mexico has been officially selected to be screen in the following festivals: Pan African Film Festival, Los Angeles, CA; Muestra Internacional de Obras Audiovisuales Sobre El Patrimonio Cultural, Cineteca Nacional, CDMX; Latin American Film Festival, Fresno State; Festival Miradas Fronterizas, Tijuana, MX