If the mango tree could speak is a short documentary (58 minutes) by US film maker Pat Goudvis. The director has stated that she wanted to make the film to 'to present the situation of children in a part of the world where
the US has exerted great influence and to help US audiences be aware of
that historical connection'.
The film focuses on the lives of ten children in Guatemala and El Salvador. Focusing mainly on the children in Guatemala, the children share their stories about the genocide (see Granito and When the Mountains Tremble) and their hopes and dreams for the future.
I was rather disappointed with the documentary and felt that it was rather basic. However, there are some great scenes. My personal favourite was watching one of the girls featured dancing to Dr. Psiquiatra by Gloria Trevi.
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