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Sangue e Cemento investigates the causes and responsibilities behind the 2009 earthquake in Abruzzo, which resulted in 299 fatalities. The film examines the negligence of builders who compromised on materials and construction techniques, along with the failure of regulatory bodies to enforce safety standards. It presents a critical view of the systemic issues that contributed to the disaster.
Through interviews with seismologists, geologists, and construction experts, the documentary provides insights into the technical failures that led to the earthquake's devastation. It also includes testimonies from lawyers and judges, offering a comprehensive perspective on the legal ramifications that followed. Produced by Gruppo Zero, the film aims to present an unfiltered account of the events leading to the tragedy and its ongoing impact on the affected communities.
Why Watch
- •Find out how builders cut corners in Abruzzo.
- •Meet experts discussing the earthquake's causes.
- •See the legal aftermath through testimonies from judges.
Did You Know
•The earthquake in Abruzzo occurred in 2009 and killed 299 people.
•The documentary features interviews with seismologists and geologists.
•Regulatory bodies failed to enforce safety standards before the disaster.
•Sangue e Cemento was produced by the investigative journalism collective Gruppo Zero.
Perfect For
Earthquake safetyConstruction negligenceLegal ramifications