Guatemala’s Film Industry Takes Root as Argot Producciones Fires Up Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

Jul 14, 2026 6:02am PT Guatemala’s Film Industry Takes Root as Argot Producciones Fires Up Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

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April's Tales, Courtesy of Argot Prods.

For years, Guatemala’s most prominent filmmaker, Jayro Bustamante (“La Llorona,” “Ixcanul”), has fought to grow a local film industry. Now, it finally looks as if it might be happening, with Argot Prods. boasting four films in production.

Founded in 2022, the Guatemalan-based shingle has been focusing on emerging screenwriters and directors from Guatemala and Central America.

Guatemala’s Film Industry Takes Root as Argot Producciones Fires Up Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

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