Waorani Omede Beye Ante Nee Adani Filming Locations

For thousands of years, the Waorani women of the Ecuadorian Amazon have lived in perfect harmony with Mother Earth in the most bio diverse spot on the planet: the Yasuní. They have coexisted within this delicate ecosystem, allowing them to flourish while preserving their unique customs and traditions. However, the winds of change have swept through their lands, and now, the sacred place that grandmothers, daughters, and granddaughters have cherished as home stands under grave threat. Waorani: Omede Beye Ante Nee Adani (translation: Waorani: Guardians of the Amazon follows a journey into the heart of the Waorani women's community in Ecuador. With sensitivity and insight, the film unveils the compelling testimonies of women who have courageously assumed leadership roles; they stand as steadfast guardians of their habitat and families, bravely facing down the corporate and governmental powers that seek to demolish their home. This documentary is a stirring tribute to resilience, heritage, and the unbreakable bond between humanity and nature.