culture
March 28, 2026
Premiere of the short documentary “¡Somos Monimbó!”
This Thursday, March 26, the special screening of the short documentary “¡Somos Monimbó!” was held at the Pilar Aguirre Hall of the National Cinematheque.
TL;DR
- The short documentary “¡Somos Monimbó!” premiered on March 26 at the National Cinematheque.
- The film explores Monimbó's origins, historical moments, traditions, celebrations, and artisan work, reflecting its identity as an Indigenous and Creative Community.
- It is part of the '¡Monimbó es Nicaragua!' Creative Community Special Plan.
- The production was a collaboration between the National Cinematheque and the Presidency's Secretariat of Creative Economy and Naranja.
- Officials highlighted Monimbó's cultural richness, from crafts and embroidery to music and dance.
- The documentary includes historical and testimonial elements about Monimbó's origins and daily cultural practices.
- The premiere was attended by various government officials and members of the Monimbó community, including artisans, artists, and the Council of Elders.