SYNOPSIS:

Taínos is an animated short film that brings to life the ancestral world of the Taíno people, the first inhabitants of the Caribbean. Through a visually immersive narrative, the film explores their origins, spiritual beliefs, social organization, and deep connection with nature. Rooted in archaeological and anthropological research, the story reconstructs elements of Taíno daily life, cosmology, and material culture, offering audiences an accessible yet historically grounded perspective on a civilization that profoundly shaped Caribbean identity. By translating academic knowledge into cinematic language, Taínos serves as both an educational and cultural preservation project, inviting contemporary viewers to rediscover a foundational chapter of pre-Columbian history.

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR:

Eduardo Schuldt is a Peruvian film director and screenwriter recognized as one of the pioneers of feature-length animation in Latin America. With more than two decades of experience in film and television, his work combines technical innovation with culturally rooted storytelling. Throughout his career, Schuldt has directed animated films that have been distributed internationally, positioning Latin American animation in global markets. His projects often explore themes connected to history, identity, and collective memory. In Taínos, Schuldt collaborates in bringing to the screen a reconstruction of the ancestral world of the Taíno civilization, translating archaeological and historical research into an accessible cinematic experience that preserves and honors Caribbean heritage.

AWARDS and SCREENINGS:

KIDS FIRST! Film Festival – KIDS FIRST! Endorsement (2026), KidFestival – Award Winner (2026)

Barcelona Indie Filmmakers Festival (BARCIFF) – Official Selection (2025), Buenos Aires International Film Festival – Official Selection (2026), Latino & Native American Film Festival – Official Selection (2026), KIDS FIRST! Film Festival – Official Acceptance (2026), AGON International Archaeological and Cultural, Documentary Festival (13th Edition) – Official Selection (Athens, Greece) (2026), International Film Festival on Cultural Tourism – Official Selection (India) (2026), Through its international festival journey, Taínos continues to promote awareness of Caribbean pre-Columbian heritage through animated storytelling.