In Ways to Traverse a Territory, a Tsotsil family herds sheep in the misty mountains, preserving their cultural identity. The filmmaker’s personal connection to the land sparks a reflection on belonging, memory, and transformation. Blending archival imagery and intimate conversations, the film explores how landscapes shape identity and questions the artistry of filmmaking itself.

| Dir. Gabriela Domínguez Ruvalcaba | 73min | 2024 | Mexico |

"Stunning to behold, these traditional practices not only keep cultural heritage alive but also introduce an element of artistry into every day rituals....Just like weaving, it seems film-making can be an artisanal art as well." - Guardian

"The encounter with the filmmaker, in their ancestral mountains, reveals a longing to acknowledge different ways of inhabiting the same territory" - Locarno

"Elements such as the minimalist soundscape, the mime-style scenes in which the women perform their daily activities, and the poetic eye for details such as tufts of wool that swirl like snow through the air all feed in to a film that explores the ways in which humankind can shape its environment, and the marks that leaves behind" - IDFA

"a poignant exploration of how landscapes and identities intertwine. Through breathtaking visuals and personal narrative, the film examines the delicate balance between nature, memory, and belonging" - Doha Film Institute