Overview

• Directed by Sergio Guataquira Sarmiento, 'Adieu Sauvage' is a poignant exploration of the Cacua, a Colombian indigenous group grappling with high suicide rates.
• The documentary is shot in black and white to emphasize the emotional depth and focus on the community's struggles without distraction.
• Sarmiento, of Amerindian descent himself, spent four months living with the Cacua to understand the profound sense of loss affecting their youth.
• The film reveals the impact of cultural and spiritual dispossession on the Cacua, contributing to their mental health crisis.
• 'Adieu Sauvage' has received multiple awards for its sensitive portrayal of a community in distress, highlighting the urgent need for cultural preservation.