An Arkansas gem dealer organizes a mining expedition in the Peruvian Andes in search of rhodochrosite, but the difficult work in obtaining the rare mineral proves to be dangerous. Directors Carlos Montalva and Alex Meza present the harsh and tragic realities of life working in a high altitude mine by examining the unique set of challenges faced by the workers tasked with the project. PASTO BUENO is an eye-opening film about the true cost of mineral mining.