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201268 minPG-13documentary

La chispa y la pradera

201268 minPG-13documentary

An armed uprising against the Franco regime was launched, marked by sacrifice, daring, and significant errors.

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José Catalán Deus

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An armed uprising against the Franco regime was launched, marked by sacrifice, daring, and significant errors.

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José Catalán Deusdirector

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In 1936, rebels sought to overthrow the Franco regime in Spain through an armed uprising. "La chispa y la pradera" recounts this failed attempt, detailing the sacrifices made and the missteps taken by those involved. The documentary features interviews and archival footage, reconstructing a narrative of courage and tragedy during a turbulent period in Spanish history. The film runs for 68 minutes and was released in 2012.

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