Between 9,000 and 30,000 people were forcibly disappeared during Argentina's Dirty War, a trauma that filmmaker Albertina Carri confronts in her search for truth.
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Between 9,000 and 30,000 people were forcibly disappeared during Argentina's Dirty War, a trauma that filmmaker Albertina Carri confronts in her search for truth.
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Albertina Carri returns to her childhood home in Buenos Aires, where memories of her parents linger. During Argentina's Dirty War, her parents disappeared, victims of state terrorism. In "The Blonds," Carri interviews neighbors and reflects on her fragmented memories. The film combines black-and-white and color footage to depict her search for truth about her family. It addresses the broader context of the military junta's actions, which led to the forced disappearance of thousands of Argentines.
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- See Albertina Carri's personal quest for truth.
- Find out about Argentina's Dirty War impact.
- Meet the unique narrative style blending documentary and drama.
Did You Know
- Between 9,000 and 30,000 people were forcibly disappeared during the Dirty War.
- The film won the Audience Award at the Buenos Aires International Festival in 2003.
- 60% of critics on Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a positive review.
- The film was nominated for Best Film at the Buenos Aires International Festival in 2003.
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Who directed the documentary The Blonds?
The Blonds was directed by Albertina Carri.
What historical event does The Blonds focus on?
The Blonds focuses on Argentina's Dirty War, during which between 9,000 and 30,000 people were forcibly disappeared.
What awards did The Blonds win?
The Blonds won the Audience Award and New Cinema Award at the Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema in 2003.
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