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2019125 minGdocumentary

Radio Olmos

2019125 minGdocumentary

On August 17, 1993, Lisandro Olmos Prison hosted a rock, punk, and metal festival for inmates, a rare event that remains unmatched today.

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Gustavo Mosquera R.

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On August 17, 1993, Lisandro Olmos Prison hosted a rock, punk, and metal festival for inmates, a rare event that remains unmatched today.

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Gustavo Mosquera R.

Gustavo Mosquera R.director

Gustavo Mosquera R.

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Lisandro Olmos Prison hosted a rock, punk, and metal festival for inmates on August 17, 1993. The event marked a significant moment in the prison's history. Twenty-five years later, recovered footage brings this unique cultural gathering back to life. The documentary presents the festival's atmosphere and the experiences of those involved in organizing and attending this unprecedented event.

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