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Los prohibidos follows Silvana Castro, who works at the National Congress Library in Argentina. This library houses books that were banned during the military dictatorship. The film depicts her efforts to reopen an exhibition of these forbidden books after it is suspended.
The documentary captures the significance of these books and the impact of censorship on culture and knowledge. It presents a personal narrative intertwined with historical context, emphasizing the importance of preserving literary works that reflect a nation's struggles against oppression.
Why Watch
- •Follow Silvana Castro's fight for literary freedom.
- •See the impact of censorship on Argentina's culture.
- •Meet the books that were banned during the dictatorship.
Did You Know
•The film is set in Argentina, focusing on the National Congress Library.
•Silvana Castro attempts to reopen an exhibition of banned books.
•The documentary has a runtime of 65 minutes.
Perfect For
Censorship issuesArgentinian historyLiterary preservation