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Tierra encima follows Félix Costa, an anarchist militant who has been in exile since the end of the Spanish Civil War. The film captures his decision to return to Spain after discovering that the Administration has presumed him dead. As he revisits the site where he was allegedly shot, he reflects on the significance of his struggle and the sense of being forgotten.
The narrative centers on Costa's internal conflict regarding his past and the impact of the Civil War on his life. The film presents a personal account intertwined with historical context, emphasizing the themes of memory and oblivion in relation to political activism during and after the war.
Why Watch
- •Meet Félix Costa, a forgotten anarchist from the Civil War.
- •Find out about the impact of exile on political activists.
- •See the site where Costa was presumed dead.
Did You Know
•Félix Costa has lived in exile since the end of the Spanish Civil War in 1939.
•The film is 38 minutes long.
•Costa discovers the Administration has left him for dead after years of exile.
Perfect For
Spanish Civil War historyAnarchist movementsPolitical exile stories