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199659 minPGdocumentary

9.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Authoritarianism Historical Events

Malajunta

199659 minPGdocumentary

9.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

30,000 people were kidnapped and presumed murdered during Argentina's last military dictatorship, as families seek answers about their missing relatives.

Authoritarianism Historical Events

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Eduardo Aliverti,

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30,000 people were kidnapped and presumed murdered during Argentina's last military dictatorship, as families seek answers about their missing relatives.

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Javier Rubeldirector

Eduardo Alivertidirector

Pablo Milsteindirector

Eduardo Alivertiwriter

Eduardo Galeano

Eduardo Galeanocast

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Historians, musicians, and children of the desaparecidos recount the dark chapter of Argentina's military dictatorship from 1976 to 1983. Over 30,000 people were kidnapped and presumed murdered. Their stories reveal the challenges in finding information about the missing. Personal accounts illustrate the lasting impact of the regime's repressive policies. Many continue to struggle with coming to terms with this brutal history.

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