30 Oct 1937
Chile, Land of Charm
This documentary short features Chile's history, culture, and customs.
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After the rise of 30 pesos on the Metro fare in Santiago (Chile), Chilean people rise up against the repressive measures of the government to stop the protests. With a scarf on the face and a camara, I’ll show the real upset of the social outbreak that woke up a country that was sleeping for 30 years amongst an illusion of democracy
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