Film Lens
In 'Buried Memory,' the discovery of a clandestine grave at the Dom Bosco cemetery in Perus in 1990 serves as a reminder of the violence during Brazil's 1964 military dictatorship. The documentary focuses on the analysis of over 1,049 bones found in this mass grave, detailing the forensic efforts to identify the remains. The film presents the complexities faced by forensic teams in their work, emphasizing the significance of these findings in understanding the past.
The film also examines the ongoing impact of this dark chapter in Brazilian history on current police practices. Through interviews and archival footage, 'Buried Memory' addresses the struggle for truth and justice in the wake of state-sponsored violence, stressing the importance of remembering the victims of this tumultuous period in Brazil's history.
Why Watch
- •Find out how 1,049 bones reveal Brazil's military dictatorship.
- •See the forensic challenges in identifying remains from 1990.
- •Meet the victims of state-sponsored violence in Brazil.
Did You Know
•The Dom Bosco cemetery in Perus was the site of a clandestine grave discovered in 1990.
•Over 1,049 bones were analyzed by forensic teams from the mass grave.
•The film's director is Amanda Santos, and it was released in 2024.
•The documentary has a duration of 23 minutes.
Perfect For
Brazilian historyForensic scienceHuman rights advocacy