La Yuma

Nicaragua's first full-length feature in 20 years, LA YUMA tells the story of a young woman who dreams of transcending h... (more)

Nicaragua's first full-length feature in 20 years, LA YUMA tells the story of a young woman who dreams of transcending her bleak life in the slums of Managua by becoming a boxer. The film provides a glimpse of life in a country where gender and class inequality are an everyday challenge.. Winner of Best First Film at the Guadalajara International Film Festival. (less)