Apocalypto

Mel Gibson BRAVEHEART THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST tackles the downfall of Mayan civilization in his latest turn as writerdirector. Jaguar Paw Rudy Youngblood and his fellow villagers lead a peaceful life in the forest until a savage unprovoked attack turns their world upside down. After hiding his pregnant wife and young son from the invaders Jaguar Paw joins in the fight only to be taken prisoner with the rest of the survivors. Uncertain of what the future holds and taken from his home to a thriving metropolis that might as well be a foreign country Jaguar Paw has just one goal--to return to his wife and child. Jaguar Paw's journey is a coming-of-age saga running the gamut of love loss courage and redemption. Filmed in Mexico with a cast of indigenous Americans speaking in the Yucatec dialect this is a tale filled with contrasts. Muted greens and browns define the forest village while the city is awash in bright colors. The wealthy live in opulence sporting elaborate jewelry clothing and hairdos while the vill