Last Frontiers' articles for Mexico (all categories)
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Apocalypto (Chris Moss)
Their fall is portrayed in bloody style in Mel Gibson's new film - but what was the legacy of the Maya? Chris Moss reports from Mexico. It was a movie moment. The soaring canopy was swaying in the breeze, keel-billed toucans hopped from tree to tree, and I was at the top of the Temple of the Cross... Read more»
Amores Perros
Directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu. This edgy and gripping film follows 3 intertwining stories reflecting the gritty social backdrop of Mexico City. Although quite brutal viewing at times, it is a well shot and directed film - worth a screening! Read more»
Moon, sun & all things (CD)
Ex Cathedra and Jeffrey Skidmore have produced a stunning collection of little-known baroque music from Latin America. SACD version also available. Read more»
New World Symphonies (CD)
Fascinating collection of baroque works from Latin America (Mexico, Bolivia, Argentina) from Ex Cathedra. The Quechua lullaby Xicochi Conetizntle is particularly haunting. Read more»
Last Frontiers Newsletter #4 July 2004
I know it is only a couple of months since our last newsletter, but with the Game Fair looming (see below) we thought it was timely to send another!In this issue: Wildlife in Northern Argentina and the Brazilian Pantanal Mexico: Copper Canyon, whales, and kayaks Guyana: Jungle and Jaguars Fish... Read more»