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Santiago Files is a feature-length documentary directed by Cetywa Powell that examines the overthrow of Salvador Allende in Chile. The film incorporates CIA documents, taped conversations with Richard Nixon, and interviews with key figures such as former CIA Director Richard Helms and Henry Kissinger. It presents a narrative that emphasizes the role of external forces, particularly the U.S. government, in Allende's downfall while also acknowledging the internal dynamics within Chile.
The documentary premiered in September 2011 and is part of the permanent collection at the American Documentary Film Festival's archives in Palm Springs. It runs for 70 minutes and offers insights into the political climate of Chile during the early 1970s, illustrating how U.S. intervention shaped the country's history.
Why Watch
- •See Richard Nixon's taped conversations on Allende.
- •Meet key figures like Henry Kissinger and Richard Helms.
- •Find out about U.S. involvement in Chile's political turmoil.
Did You Know
•CIA documents on Salvador Allende were released in 2000.
•Santiago Files premiered in September 2011.
•The film was screened at the International Crime And Punishment Film Festival in Istanbul in September 2011.
•Judd L. Kessler stated that the U.S. invested $10 million in supporting opposition groups against Allende.
Perfect For
Cold War historyLatin American politicsCIA operations