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202415 minGdoc-short

Colonialism Political Systems

Below and to the Left

202415 minGdoc-short

Fifteen minutes of found footage combines guerrilla radio broadcasts, Godard's film voices, and images of the Ecuadorian tropical forest.

Colonialism Political Systems

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Fifteen minutes of found footage combines guerrilla radio broadcasts, Godard's film voices, and images of the Ecuadorian tropical forest.

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Martín Bausdirector

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Martín Baus, a Chilean artist and filmmaker, presents a political object rooted in Latin America. The documentary features guerrilla radio broadcasts, excerpts from Jean-Luc Godard’s first film, and photographs of the Ecuadorian tropical forest. These elements form a collage of found footage that intertwines historical sounds and slogans with contemporary themes. The 15-minute film invites reflection on the cultural and political narratives that persist in the region.

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