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202212 minPGdoc-short

Education Lost

202212 minPGdoc-short

Ecuador's historical context and contemporary struggles are explored through amateur film material that captures the nation's power dynamics and visual storytelling.

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Francisco Álvarez Ríos

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Ecuador's historical context and contemporary struggles are explored through amateur film material that captures the nation's power dynamics and visual storytelling.

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Francisco Álvarez Ríosdirector

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Ecuador is the focus of Educación Perdida, a 12-minute documentary from 2022. Utilizing amateur film material, the film presents various scenes that capture moments and power dynamics in the country. It reflects on the act of filming as a means of understanding Ecuador's historical context. The documentary features a subjective portrayal of the nation's struggles through visual storytelling. It invites reflection on the past and present of this South American country.

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