Most north shore residents will admit that they only pass along Lake Chapala’s southern shore on a visit to Mazamitla. Rarely do they take the time to stop off in any of the small fishing or agricultural villages that edge the lake across from the expat enclaves of in Ajijic and Chapala
A new movie about to be released presents an intimate view of Lake Chapala’s southern shore, its people, character, people, festivals and rhythm.
The first public screenings of “In the Shadow of Mount Garcia” are scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 4 and 7 p.m. at the Cinemas del Lago in Plaza Bugambilias.
The film is the work of long-term south shore expatriate resident and 50-year veteran documentary filmmaker Roy Nolan, who boasts a well-trained eye and incisive camerawork that focuses the sharp contrasts between Lake Chapala’s north and south communities. His partner, Margarita Fettweis, was born and raised in Mexico City and was once a member of the Mexican National Equestrian Team. Through her narration, you meet the south shore’s essential Mexican spirit: happy, friendly, good-natured and joyous.
The documentary will be presented as a fundraiser for the Lake Chapala Society Children’s Art Program. Tickets cost 150 pesos are available at Diane Pearl Colecciones or at the theater every day after 3 p.m.
Those who venture to the lake’s southern shore will find a different experience awaiting them – open countryside, wildflowers, tranquility and timelessness.