O SacrifĂcio
The pig slaughter is a very ancient tradition, which along the years evolved differently in the regions where it was a custom. All family members gathered around this occasion and it was considered a joyful day for everyone. In our days, the pig slaughter is considered by many a barbaric act, similar to the bullfighting of death. This cultural change was the beginning of the creation of a more humane legislation. Despite the moral and legal issues that the subject raises, the pig slaughter is a popular tradition and deserves to be captured on film for the future generations to judge.
- Runtime
- 12m
- Released
- 2003
Details
Release year: 2003
Storyline
The pig slaughter is a very ancient tradition, which along the years evolved differently in the regions where it was a custom. All family members gathered around this occasion and it was considered a joyful day for everyone. In our days, the pig slaughter is considered by many a barbaric act, similar to the bullfighting of death. This cultural change was the beginning of the creation of a more humane legislation. Despite the moral and legal issues that the subject raises, the pig slaughter is a popular tradition and deserves to be captured on film for the future generations to judge.
Top credits
- JosĂ© Silva Fajardo â Self, Pig Killer
- JosĂ© Jorge Camelo â Self
- M. Rosa Fajardo â Self
- Pedro F. Fajardo â Self