The Condor Daughter

The Condor Daughter (2026)



La hija cóndor

6.5 2026 109 min Bolivia, Peru, Uruguay

Director: Álvaro Olmos

Cast: María Magdalena Sanizo, Marisol Vallejos Montaño, Nely Huayta, Alisson Jimenez, Gregoria Maldonado

Deep in the Andes, a teenage girl named Clara comes of age in a tight-knit Indigenous village. Raised by the midwife who adopted her as an infant, she has inherited sacred, timeworn songs—ancestral melodies chanted for generations to ease women through childbirth and usher newborns safely into the world. Yet her heart beats to a different rhythm. While her voice preserves this ancient tradition, her true ambition pulls her far from the peaks: she dreams of trading the mountain mist for city lights and rising as a folkloric music star.

More About This Film

The Condor Daughter, originally titled Daughter of the Condor, is a Bolivian drama film directed and written by Álvaro Olmos Torrico. The narrative follows Clara, a teenager living in a small indigenous community high in the Andes, who serves as an apprentice to her adoptive mother, a traditional midwife. Bound by ancestral traditions and responsibilities, Clara harbors a secret dream of becoming a singer in the city, creating a poignant conflict between her duty to her heritage and her personal aspirations.

Starring María Magdalena Sanizo, Marisol Vallejos Montaño, and Nely Huayta, the film explores themes of cultural identity, gender roles, and artistic expression within the context of rural Bolivian society. The production highlights the rich landscapes and cultural practices of the Andean region, offering a glimpse into the lives of those preserving ancient customs while navigating modern desires.

  • The film was announced with a release target of 2026, though some sources initially referenced 2025 dates during early festival or production phases.
  • Director Álvaro Olmos Torrico serves as both writer and director, ensuring a deeply personal and authentic portrayal of Andean indigenous life.
  • The cast features non-professional or local actors, including María Magdalena Sanizo, to maintain authenticity in depicting the community's daily life and traditions.
  • The storyline centers on the tension between traditional midwifery duties passed down through generations and the protagonist's ambition to pursue a career in music.

Where to Watch

As of the latest available information, this film has not yet had its general theatrical or streaming release, so availability is subject to change based on distribution deals finalized for 2026.

  • Netflix – upcoming streaming rights (TBA)
  • Amazon Prime Video – rental/purchase options likely post-theatrical
  • YouTube Movies – digital rental or purchase upon release
  • Apple TV+ – potential international distribution partner
  • Fandango – theatrical tickets for limited screenings