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New Mexico classic, 'Bless Me, Ultima, is streaming on Hulu
Antonio, left, played by Luke Ganalon and Ultima, played by Miriam Colon star in the film adaptation of “Bless Me, Ultima.”
Eleven years after its theatrical release, “Bless Me, Ultima” is once again on the screen.
Beginning on Friday, Aug. 25, the New Mexico made film is streaming on Hulu – making it more accessible.
The film made its New Mexico premiere at the Santa Fe Independent Film Festival, now Santa Fe International Film Festival, in October 2012 at the Lensic Performing Arts Center.
“Bless Me, Ultima,” is set in the small town of Guadalupe, N.M., during World War II.
The novel by Rudolof Anaya follows the story of Antonio Márez who has a curandera named Ultima come live with his family when he was 6. The main plot line involves Ultima’s struggle to stop the witchcraft of the three daughters of Tenorio Trementina, the main villain. Antonio, who witnesses several deaths, is forced to deal with religious and moral issues.
“Bless Me, Ultima” is an award-winning classic, however, it has been controversial and has been banned in school curriculum and public libraries.
The movie is directed by Carl Franklin at Greer Garson Studios on the campus of Santa Fe University of Art & Design in 2010.
“Bless Me, Ultima” was also filmed at Ruby Ranch in Las Vegas, N.M., Pecos River Ranch in Rowe, Abiquiú and the old Manderfield School in Santa Fe.
According to the New Mexico Film Office, the production employed 150 New Mexicans during its nearly three-month shooting schedule.
