The Daughter of the Moon (Quechua: Killapa Wawan) is a 2024 Quechua-language Peruvian fantasy drama film written, produced and directed by César Galindo. It stars Carolina Luján as a 13-year-old aspiring scissor dancer who must confront Lucifer. The rest of the cast includes Magaly Solier, Reynaldo Arenas, and Andrés “Chimango” Lares.
Synopsis Killari, a 13-year-old girl chosen by the spirits of her guardian deities, defies her mother's wishes as she learns the ancient scissors dance from her grandfather.
Cast
Carolina Luján as Killari Magaly Solier as Agucha Reynaldo Arenas Andrés 'Chimango' Lares
Release The Daughter of the Moon had its world premiere on August 9, 2024, at the 28th Lima Film Festival. It was presented incomplete and with unfinished special effects, which director César Galindo acknowledged was a mistake.
The film was released commercially on January 29, 2026, in Peruvian theaters.
Accolades Award / FestivalDate of ceremonyCategoryRecipient(s)ResultLima Film Festival17 August 2024Peruvian Competition - Best FilmThe Daughter of the Moon
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