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Deep Dive: Gas Escape (2015)

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Gas Escape
The film focuses on the events surrounding the construction of the UNCTAD III building in Chile during Salvador Allende's government in 1972. It centers on the contributions of 34 artists, including the late sculptor Félix Maruenda, whose work was integral to the building's artistic vision. After the 1973 coup, many of these artworks were lost to looting and destruction. Joaquín Maruenda, Félix's son, discovers a record that prompts him to investigate the fate of the sculpture 'Chimeneas.' The film captures Joaquín's quest along with other artists and workers to understand the reasons behind the destruction of the art, providing a personal and historical context to the cultural loss experienced in Chile during this tumultuous period.

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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Chilean historyArt restorationPolitical art