Pueblos de Arrecife (Reef People) is a captivating documentary short film that illustrates a parallel between two unique places in Colombia: the Archipelago of San Andres, Providencia, and Santa Catalina in the Caribbean, and the Gulf of Tribuga in the Pacific coast of the country. As part of the National Plan for Marine Scientific Expeditions of the Colombian Ocean Commission, this documentary takes us through journeys among corals, stories of cultural heritage, and extensive landscapes that reveal an essential theme: the importance of listening to local communities in decision-making for the marine and coastal territory of the country. Through omnipresent voices, the film sheds light on the deep relationship between humans and the sea, the challenges these communities face, and the crucial role they play in preserving their environment and traditions, as well as their responsibility for collective protection.

The documentary serves as a powerful reminder of the vital role that science and the knowledge of local communities play in the protection of natural and cultural heritage.

Directed by: Mariana Rivera Uribe and David Betancourt
Cinematography by: Mariana Rivera, David Betancourt
Production: Coral Studio and Comisión Colombiana del Océano