As tropical rainforests and other unspoiled regions are exploited for their natural resources, the indigenous people who live within these ecosystems have suffered the ill effects. Their land is steadily encroached upon, with food and water sources diminishing. In addition, as modern civilization is introduced, their simple lifestyles disappear. In The Spirit of Kuna Yala, viewers will see what happens when the Kuna Yala take matters into their own hands and rebuff the modern world. They present a united front to keep the dangers of an advanced society out of their Panama Islands rainforest. ~ Alice Day, All Movie Guide