Daughters of the Forest

Name: Daughters of the Forest
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2026-03-13
Rating: 10

Documentary1h 35m

10.0/10

10.0

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Storyline

Deep in Mexico’s mushroom-rich forests, two women from indigenous communities have become mycologists. This immersive sci-fi documentary follows their unusual, fungi-driven paths as they seek to reconcile the past and present while reimagining the future for themselves and the changing world they inhabit.

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5 reviews · 4 critics

4 fresh · 0 rotten

Ernesto Diezmartinez

RTLetras LibresApr 28, 2026

"Probably the best Mexican film of 2026" [Full review in Spanish]

Ruth Maramis

RTFlixChatter Film BlogApr 27, 2026

An ethereal, mesmerizing sci-fi documentary exploring the bond between humanity and fungi. The moving, evocative visuals and great sound design make this film a rich sensory experience.

Bobby LePire

RTFilm ThreatApr 16, 2026

Most importantly, the cinematography is so spectacular that it transports all watching to a truly new place, one where past, present, future, science, and ritual collide in a beautiful kaleidoscope.

Jaylan Salah

RTInSession FilmMar 18, 2026

The documentary poses questions and offers solutions that may salvage the planet when people still have time. But who is listening?