175,000 federal troops faced off against indigenous farmers armed only with sticks and their voices during the Mayan peasant rebellion in Chiapas, Mexico.
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175,000 federal troops faced off against indigenous farmers armed only with sticks and their voices during the Mayan peasant rebellion in Chiapas, Mexico.
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Synopsis
In Chiapas, Mexico, indigenous farmers rise against the Mexican government in a rebellion marked by their determination and limited resources. Armed with sticks and their voices, they confront 175,000 federal troops. Directed by Benjamin Eichert, "Zapatista" features firsthand accounts from activists like Medea Benjamin and Edward James Olmos. The film captures the struggle for rights and recognition faced by the indigenous population during the 1990s, framing their fight as part of a larger global movement against political corruption and military oppression.
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Why Watch
- Meet the Zapatista rebels in Chiapas, Mexico.
- See firsthand accounts from indigenous farmers.
- Find out about political corruption in the 1990s.
Did You Know
- The film features 175,000 federal troops opposing the rebels.
- The documentary was directed by Benjamin Eichert in 1999.
- It has a runtime of 56 minutes.
- The production involved countries Mexico and the United States.
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What was the main conflict in Chiapas, Mexico during the 1990s?
The main conflict was the Mayan peasant rebellion against the Mexican government, where indigenous farmers confronted 175,000 federal troops.
Who directed the documentary 'Zapatista'?
The documentary 'Zapatista' was directed by Benjamin Eichert.
What languages are spoken in the documentary 'Zapatista'?
The documentary features both English and Spanish languages.
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