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202493 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Political Systems Elections

The Ecuadorian Candidate

202493 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Andrés Arauz runs for Ecuador's presidency in 2024 amid economic difficulties and political unrest in a volatile region of Latin America.

Political Systems Elections

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Héctor Muniente Sariñena

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Andrés Arauz runs for Ecuador's presidency in 2024 amid economic difficulties and political unrest in a volatile region of Latin America.

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Héctor Muniente Sariñenadirector

Andrés Arauzcast

Guillaume Longcast

Leónidas Izacast

Pamella Morcillocast

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Andrés Arauz stands at the forefront of Ecuador's political scene as he campaigns for the presidency in 2024. The documentary follows the young leftist economist during a critical election period marked by economic challenges and political unrest. Arauz faces numerous obstacles while rallying support for his vision of the country. His strategies and personal struggles unfold against the backdrop of a turbulent socio-political climate in Latin America. Directed by Héctor Muniente Sariñena, the film runs for 93 minutes.

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