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20185 minPGdoc-short

Colonialism Poverty

The Power Grid

20185 minPGdoc-short

Five minutes reveal the contradictions of living in a resource-rich area while being told it is impoverished.

Colonialism Poverty

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Five minutes reveal the contradictions of living in a resource-rich area while being told it is impoverished.

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Clara Bodéndirector

Clara Bodénwriter

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A young person reflects on their upbringing in a region rich in natural resources. Despite this wealth, they are told they live in poverty. The film addresses power production and colonialism, revealing how exploitation shapes their environment. It questions what remains of the land and its resources. Set against a backdrop of contrasting narratives, the documentary lasts five minutes and was released in 2018.

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