Thirty-four artists created works for the UNCTAD III building in 1972, but few survived the looting and destruction following the 1973 coup.
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Thirty-four artists created works for the UNCTAD III building in 1972, but few survived the looting and destruction following the 1973 coup.
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Synopsis
Joaquín Maruenda stands before the remnants of the UNCTAD III building, now known as GAM, in Santiago, Chile. His father, sculptor Félix Maruenda, contributed to the artistic vision of the structure during Salvador Allende's government in 1972. Following the 1973 coup, many artworks were lost to looting and destruction. Four decades later, Joaquín discovers a record that prompts him to investigate the fate of the sculpture "Chimeneas." Alongside artists and workers from that era, he seeks to understand why the art was destroyed.
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Why Watch
- Follow Joaquín Maruenda's quest for his father's art.
- See the impact of the 1973 coup on Chilean art.
- Meet the artists behind the UNCTAD III building's vision.
Did You Know
- 34 artists contributed to the UNCTAD III building's art in 1972.
- Félix Maruenda was a sculptor whose work was part of the building.
- The coup in 1973 led to the loss of many artworks due to looting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year did the government of Salvador Allende oversee the construction of the UNCTAD III building?
The construction of the UNCTAD III building took place in 1972.
What happened to the artworks included in the UNCTAD III building after the 1973 coup?
Few works survived looting and destruction after the 1973 coup.
Who is Joaquín Maruenda in relation to the documentary?
Joaquín Maruenda is the son of the late sculptor Félix Maruenda and investigates the events surrounding the sculpture 'Chimeneas'.
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