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Daughters of the Forest

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DAUGHTERS OF THE FOREST is a story of entanglements: between humans and mushrooms; the visible and the invisible; generational knowledge and modern science. This immersive sci-fi documentary takes us on an unexpected, sometimes speculative exploration to reconsider the perceptions and experiences of both the human and non-human inhabitants of our world.

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Ernesto Diezmartinez Letras Libres Apr 28
3/4
"Probably the best Mexican film of 2026" [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Ruth Maramis FlixChatter Film Blog Apr 27
3.5/5
An ethereal, mesmerizing sci-fi documentary exploring the bond between humanity and fungi. The moving, evocative visuals and great sound design make this film a rich sensory experience. Go to Full Review Natalia Keogan Filmmaker Magazine Apr 21
The mushrooms themselves are even given as much agency to tell their story as Padua’s subjects are. Through an unconventional "sci-fi" lens, the filmmaker gives these organisms a voice of their own, which they use to meditate on their own existence. Go to Full Review Bobby LePire Film Threat Apr 16
9.5/10
Most importantly, the cinematography is so spectacular that it transports all watching to a truly new place, one where past, present, future, science, and ritual collide in a beautiful kaleidoscope. Go to Full Review Jaylan Salah InSession Film Mar 18
B+
The documentary poses questions and offers solutions that may salvage the planet when people still have time. But who is listening? Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Otilia Portillo Padua

Director

Eliseete Ramírez Carbajal

Self

Julieta Serafina Amaya Pérez

Self

Otilia Portillo Padua

Screenwriter

Paula Arroio

Producer

Elena Fortes

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Movie Info

Synopsis DAUGHTERS OF THE FOREST is a story of entanglements: between humans and mushrooms; the visible and the invisible; generational knowledge and modern science. This immersive sci-fi documentary takes us on an unexpected, sometimes speculative exploration to reconsider the perceptions and experiences of both the human and non-human inhabitants of our world.
Director
Otilia Portillo Padua
Producer
Paula Arroio, Elena Fortes, Otilia Portillo Padua
Screenwriter
Otilia Portillo Padua
Production Co
Oscura Producciones, Sandbox Films
Genre
Documentary, Sci-Fi
Original Language
Spanish
Runtime
1h 35m