Film Lens
DEBT chronicles the story of Barbara Flores, an eight-year-old girl from Argentina, who pleads for help due to hunger. The film takes viewers to key locations including Buenos Aires and Washington, focusing on the roles of the IMF and World Bank in perpetuating poverty. It presents the stark realities faced by children like Barbara, illustrating how global financial systems often neglect their needs.
The documentary critiques the indifference of international bureaucracies and the disconnect between economic policies discussed at events like the annual meetings in Davos and the immediate struggles of vulnerable populations. It contrasts the lives of the impoverished with the decisions made by powerful institutions, emphasizing the impact of debt and economic inequality on everyday lives.
Why Watch
- •See Barbara Flores' emotional plea for help.
- •Meet influential figures like Bill Clinton and Carlos Menem.
- •Find out how debt affects children in Argentina.
Did You Know
•Barbara Flores, an eight-year-old girl, appears in a televised plea for help.
•The film features key locations such as Buenos Aires and Washington.
•The documentary critiques the IMF and World Bank's role in global poverty.
•Annual meetings in Davos are discussed but fail to address urgent needs.
Perfect For
Economic inequalityGlobal financial systemsChild poverty