Over 3,000 prisoners disappeared during Augusto Pinochet's military dictatorship in Chile, prompting forensic doctors to identify their remains for grieving families.
“25 years of waiting...the identification...the official release...the goodbye”
Synopsis
Over 3,000 prisoners disappeared during Augusto Pinochet's military dictatorship in Chile, prompting forensic doctors to identify their remains for grieving families.
Synopsis
Dr. Patricia Verdugo and Dr. Ana María Arriagada work at the Office of Identification of the Legal Medical Institute in Santiago, Chile. They focus on identifying the remains of prisoners who disappeared during Augusto Pinochet's military dictatorship from 1973 to 1990. The film documents their efforts to bring closure to families affected by state violence. It addresses the emotional and ethical challenges faced by forensic scientists in a society grappling with the legacy of political repression.
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Why Watch
- Meet forensic doctors working on Pinochet's legacy
- Find out about the identification of missing prisoners
- See the emotional impact on families affected by state violence
Did You Know
- Augusto Pinochet's military dictatorship lasted from 1973 to 1990.
- The film features forensic doctors from the Legal Medical Institute in Santiago.
- The documentary has a runtime of 31 minutes.
- The film was directed by Silvio Caiozzi, who also appears in it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the forensic doctors featured in the documentary?
Dr. Patricia Verdugo and Dr. Ana María Arriagada work at the Office of Identification of the Legal Medical Institute in Santiago, Chile.
What period does the documentary focus on regarding political repression in Chile?
The documentary focuses on the period of Augusto Pinochet's military dictatorship from 1973 to 1990.
What is the duration of the documentary 'Fernando has Returned'?
The documentary has a duration of 31 minutes.
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