Under the Sun

Season 8, Episode 1

Episode Title: Dances with Llamas

Air Date: 1997-08-14

Overview:

High in the Bolivian Andes it is time for the annual Tinku festival. Last year eight people died during the traditional ritual fighting in the square at Machas. Village leader Florencio wants to preserve the event, but the priest and the mayor are threatening severe punishment if there is any violence this year.